Caprese Mac & Cheese

Submitted by Hannah Petertil

"If you love caprese salad you'll love this cheese-forward pasta version."

 

• Ready In: 55mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 lb ripe plum tomato, chopped
• 1⁄2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into 1/2 inch chunks
• 2 (7 1/4 ounce) boxes of your favorite mac and cheese

directions

1. In a large bowl, combine oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, salt, red pepper and black pepper; add tomatoes and mozzarella and toss until well coated; let mixture marinate at room temperature at least 30 minutes.
2. Cook pasta per package directions; drain; place in a large bowl and add the tomato mixture; toss until well combined, allowing the cheese to melt slightly.
3. Serve warm.

Reviews

[AdeleD]

I'd be afraid to even attempt this recipe as the direction are so poorly written. Where in the ingredients is red pepper. What to do with the packaged cheese that comes with the box?