Pasta with Tomatoes and Mozzarella

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup basil fresh coarsely chopped
• 1  garlic clove halved
• 6 servings kosher salt freshly ground
• 0.5 cup olive oil extra-virgin
• 2 pounds tomatoes chopped
• 8 ounces torn into fresh

Equipment

• bowl
• pot

Directions

1. Rub the inside of a medium bowl with garlic; discard garlic.
2. Combine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and oil in bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
3. Let tomato mixture sit 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
4. Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain.
5. Add pasta to tomato mixture and toss to combine.
6. DO AHEAD: Tomato mixture can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Bring mixture to room temperature before tossing with hot pasta.
7. Per serving: 580 calories, 29 g fat, 4 g fiber
8. Bon Appétit