pasta margherita (basil,tomato, mozzarella cheese)

How To Make pasta margherita (basil,tomato, mozzarella cheese)

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  Gather all ingredients: Large pot for pasta Large skillet for margherita sauce Potato Masher
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  Julienne the basil and set aside
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  Rinse tomatoes
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  In skillet, over medium / medium high heat, heat olive oil and butter. Add tomatoes and cook until they're slightly soft Meanwhile, start the pasta and cook to just under al dente
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  With potato masher, slight smoosh the tomatoes
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  Add in garlic and white wine. Boil for several minutes to burn off alcohol.
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  Add in basil
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  Add pasta to the sauce and toss to coat
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  Strain the mozzarella balls and add to the pasta. Toss together to coat pasta.
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