Spaghetti, Tomatoes, Opal Basil, Chilis And Mozzarella

Spaghetti, Tomatoes, Opal Basil, Chilis And Mozzarella

Course :	Italian
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	4

Ingredients:

1	pound	dried Italian spaghetti
2	tablespoons	salt
2	cups	raw tomato sauce -- see * note
1	tablespoon	chopped chilis -- optional
1/2	pound	fresh smoked mozzarella -- cut 1/4 inch cubes
1/2	cup	opal basil chiffonade
4	ounces	extra-virgin olive oil
1	teaspoon	salt -- to taste
1	teaspoon	freshly-ground black pepper -- to taste

Preparation:

* Note: See the "Raw Tomato Sauce" recipe which is included in this collection. In a large spaghetti pot bring 6 quarts of water to a boil and add 2 tablespoons salt. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions. Cook until al dente. Stir pasta to avoid sticking. Drain pasta in colander over sink and toss into warm serving dish. Add tomato sauce, smoked mozzarella, opal basil and extra-virgin olive oil. Toss with tongs or with forks as you would toss a salad. Check seasonings, and crack fresh pepper over each portion. Serve immediately. Comments: The original recipe title as listed is "Spaghetti, Fresh Tomatoes, Opal Basil, Chilis And Smoked Mozzarella". Source: MOLTO MARIO with Mario Batali From the TV FOOD NETWORK - (Show # MB-5609)