Pasta Caprese
4 servings
30 minutes
Caprese pasta is a simple yet exquisite dish that embodies the soul of Italian cuisine. Inspired by the famous Caprese salad, it features juicy tomatoes, aromatic basil, and delicate mozzarella creating a harmony of flavors. In this pasta version, fresh tomatoes are sautéed with garlic and oregano for a rich and spicy aroma. The addition of chili flakes adds a hint of heat, while melted mozzarella envelops the pasta in softness and tenderness. Rigatoni perfectly holds the sauce in its ridged curves, making each bite flavorful. Served with fragrant basil leaves that add freshness and completeness to the taste, Caprese pasta is an ideal choice for a light dinner or cozy lunch that fills the home with Mediterranean aromas.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
In a large pot, bring water to a boil, generously salt it, add pasta, and cook for 2 minutes less than the package instructions.
- Rigatoni Pasta: 340 g
- Salt: to taste
3
Cut the tomatoes into cubes.
- Tomatoes: 900 g
4
Chop the garlic.
- Garlic: 4 cloves
5
Tear the mozzarella into small pieces.
- Mozzarella cheese: 150 g
6
In a large skillet, heat olive oil, add tomatoes and garlic.
- Olive oil: 30 ml
- Tomatoes: 900 g
- Garlic: 4 cloves
7
Add oregano and chili flakes, simmer for about 10 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- Oregano: 2 stems
- Chili pepper flakes: 0.3 teaspoon
8
Add the cooked pasta and mix.
- Rigatoni Pasta: 340 g
9
Sprinkle the pasta with mozzarella, cover with a lid, and let it sit for 2 minutes for the cheese to melt.
- Mozzarella cheese: 150 g
10
Serve the Caprese pasta garnished with basil leaves.
- Green basil: 30 g