"Caprese pasta salad is an easy Italian dish made of juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fresh sweet basil, seasoned with salt and olive oil all combined with pasta. It is fresh and a perfect side dish, a light meal, or take it to a potluck or dinner...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound cherry tomatoes
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1/2 pound pasta ( like mini penne)
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8 oz fresh mozzarella
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2-3 cloves garlic (crushed)
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1 teaspoon coarse salt
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10 fresh basil leaves
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1 pinch crushed red pepper (about 1/8 teaspoon)
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Pepper to taste (start at 1/4 teaspoon)