Mama Zuquinis Linguine Caprese

Submitted by Member 610488

"This quick recipe is a favorite at my local Italian restaurant."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 3

ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 lbs fresh ripe plum tomatoes, cored and coarsely chopped or (28 ounce) can whole canned tomatoes, undrained, coarsely chopped
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 (9 ounce) package linguine
• 1⁄2 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
• 1⁄4 cup fresh basil leaf, thinly sliced
• salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste

directions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2. Place oil and garlic in large skillet; cook over medium-high heat for 30 seconds or until it begins to sizzle. Add tomatoes and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to juice up. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens. Set aside.
3. Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain and toss with tomato mixture. Stir in cheese and basil; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.