Ingredients
- 1 garlic clove , halved
- 1 package assorted small tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella , cut or torn into 1/2" pieces or small balls cut in 1/2
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- kosher salt , freshly ground pepper
- 1 lb medium shell-shaped or other short pasta
Instructions
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rub the inside of a medium bowl with garlic; discard garlic.
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combine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and oil in bowl.
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season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
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let tomato mixture sit 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
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cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain.
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add pasta to tomato mixture and toss to combine.
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