TOMATO-BASIL PASTA WITH FRESH MOZZARELLA

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Fragrant fresh basil, fresh mozarella and the sweet flavor of organic tomatoes set this pasta apart from others.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic whole peeled tomatoes, undrained, cut up
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
3 cups uncooked rigatoni, penne or ziti pasta (8 oz)
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is crisp-tender. Stir in tomatoes. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Stir in basil.
  • Meanwhile, cook and drain pasta as directed on box.
  • Stir pasta into sauce. Cook until thoroughly heated. Into large serving bowl, pour pasta and sauce. Gently stir in cheese and pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640, Carbohydrate 79 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 8 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

Aman Chy
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This pasta dish is perfect for a summer party.


Mdkaium Ahmed
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I love how fresh and flavorful this dish is.


monjud mia
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Benjamin Dwinell
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


sukuryr tamangt
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Chad McElrath
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone raved about it.


marwan sophy
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes.


Iragena Jerome
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I love the combination of tomatoes and basil. It's so classic and delicious.


legcheese
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I'm not a skilled cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and I had great results.


Ayaan Shuvo
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This tomato basil pasta is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and satisfying.


Rasha Alaqrabawi
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I made this dish for my vegetarian friends and they loved it! It's a great option for people with dietary restrictions.


Nikola Boskovic
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This dish is so versatile. I've served it with garlic bread, salad, and even roasted vegetables.


Deep Eyes
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I'm not a huge fan of basil, so I used oregano instead. It was still very tasty.


Abdur Rehman
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This recipe is a great base for experimenting. I've tried it with different types of pasta and vegetables, and it's always turned out great.


DMCP Disanayaka
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I added some grilled chicken to this dish and it was delicious! It's a great way to get some extra protein in.


Rashidul Chanchal
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I love how simple this recipe is. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Lala Mc Greenlight
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This pasta dish is now one of my favorites! It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Tassew Tirfe
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the combination of flavors. I highly recommend this recipe.


monika Shrestha
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This tomato basil pasta was a hit with my family! The sauce was flavorful and fresh, and the mozzarella cheese melted perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.