Caprese-Style Spaghetti (Spaghetti Alla Caprese) |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
1 (16 ounce) box barilla spaghetti |
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
1 garlic clove, minced |
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed (optional) |
6 plum tomatoes, chopped |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
1 1/2 cups fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed |
2 -3 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped |
Directions:
1. BRING a large pot of water to a boil. 2. HEAT oil in skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; stir for 1 to 2 minutes. ADD tomatoes and seasoning; reduce heat to low. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 3. COOK pasta according to package directions; drain and return to pot. 4. ADD hot pasta to skillet mixture. Add cheese; stir until slightly melted. Transfer to serving platter. Garnish with oregano leaves. 5. Tip: Substitute shredded mozzarella cheese for buffalo mozzarella. Substitute dried oregano for fresh. |
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