"Caprese pasta salad made with juicy tomatoes, marinated fresh mozzarella cheese, fragrant fresh basil, and a mouthwatering homemade Italian vinaigrette!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2/3 cup olive oil (extra virgin is best)
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4 - 5 Tbsp red wine vinegar
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2 Tbsp capers, drained and roughly chopped
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3 cloves garlic, finely minced
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1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
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1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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1/2 tsp kosher salt
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1/4 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
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2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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8 oz bocconcini mozzarella (or fresh mozzarella cut into 1/2 inch cubes)
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12 oz dried orecchiette pasta (or other short cut pasta)
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3 Tbsp pine nuts, lightly toasted (optional)