Rigatoni Caprese

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon capers 
• 6 cups rigatoni hot cooked uncooked ()
• 1.5 cups basil leaves fresh thinly sliced
• 1  garlic clove crushed
• 4 ounces mozzarella cheese fresh diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
• 2.5 pounds plum tomatoes chopped
• 1.5 ounces romano cheese fresh grated
• 1 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

• bowl
• whisk

Directions

1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Combine oil, capers, salt, pepper, and garlic in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk.
3. Pour over pasta mixture; toss gently.
4. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; toss well.