Fresh Tomato and Basil Pasta

Ingredients

  • About 1 tbsp. plus ¼ tsp. salt, divided
  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • 1 ½ pounds tomatoes, halved, seeded, and chopped
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into ¼-in. pieces
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup basil leaves, slivered
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 tbsp. salt and the penne; cook pasta until just tender to the bite. While pasta is cooking, combine tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic, and basil in a large bowl. Add olive oil and remaining salt to tomato mixture. 2. Drain pasta, add to tomato mixture...

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