Caprese Pasta Salad

Method

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl toss the mozzarella and tomatoes with 1/4 cup Extra Virgin olive oil. Cover and refrigerate.

2. 2

   Cook pasta according to package.

3. 3

   While pasta is cooking heat 1/4 cup olive oil on low in a large skillet and add garlic and crushed red pepper. Cook on low for 10 minutes stirring to allow the garlic to soften (but not brown).

4. 4

   Once the pasta is done cooking drain and run cold water over it to stop the cooking process.

5. 5

   Add the pasta to the crushed red pepper olive oil mixture and mix well.

6. 6

   Place the pasta mixture into a large mixing bowl and let cool.

7. 7

   Once the pasta cools off add it to the cheese and tomato mixture. Add Parmesan, basil, salt and pepper to taste and mix well.