Spaghetti Alla Caprese

FeelinYummy's Note:

A simple, fast and delicious recipe from David Rocco. Great in the summer when tomatoes are in season.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 4

Yield: 4.0

• 1 lb spaghetti
• 2 fresh tomatoes, diced
• 1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh oregano
• 4 leaves fresh basil
• salt

Directions:

1. Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, about 6 minutes. While the spaghetti is cooking, begin to make the sauce.
2. Mix the tomatoes and mozzarella in a large bowl.
3. Add the best available extra-virgin olive oil, oregano, basil leaves, and salt, to taste.
4. When the spaghetti is ready, remove it from the water and add it to the bowl with approximately 1/2 cup of pasta water.
5. Mix well, and serve immediately.

Reviews

[Boomette]

This is a great recipe. It tastes so fresh. But something was missing. Maybe a little bit of finely chopped garlic would be a great addition. Thanks FeelinYummy :) Made for New Kids on the Block tag game