Orecchiette with Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, and Basil

Ingredients

• 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil extravirgin
• 1 cup basil fresh loosely packed chopped
• 2  garlic cloves minced
• 5 ounces mozzarella cheese fresh diced
• 2 cups orecchiette uncooked
• 3 cups plum tomatoes chopped
• 0.8 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain and rinse under cold water.
2. Drain.
3. Combine pasta, tomato, and remaining ingredients. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.