Tomato And Mozzarella Pasta Salad


Course : Italian
Serves: 6
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Ingredients:


1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

1/2 cup olive oil

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

2 large garlic cloves -- minced

1/2 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste

15 medium fresh plum tomatoes -- cored

5 cups bow tie pasta

225 gram mozzarella cheese
 

Preparation / Directions:


Combine basil, oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic and sugar. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour 1/4 cup of the dressing into a 15 x 10 inch shallow baking pan. Cut each tomato lengthwise into thirds, arrange in a single layer on pan. Turn each piece to coat with dressing. Bake at 425F for 45 minutes or until edges brown; cool. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, drain. Rinse in cold water, drain well. In large bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, cheese and remaining dressing; toss well. Serve at room temperature.


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