Pasta with Tomatoes and Mozzarella

Ingredients for Pasta with Tomatoes and Mozzarella

• 1 garlic clove, halved

• 900g tomatoes, chopped

• 230g fresh mozzarella, cut or torn into 1/2" pieces

• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil

• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

• Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

• 450g medium shell-shaped or other short pasta

Rub the inside of a medium bowl with garlic; discard garlic. Combine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and oil in bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Let tomato mixture sit 15 minutes to let flavours meld.

Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain. Add pasta to tomato mixture and toss to combine.

DO AHEAD: Tomato mixture can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Bring mixture to room temperature before tossing with hot pasta.

Disclaimer

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