Ingredients

• 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 6-8 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 5-6 cloves of garlic, crushed but kept whole
• 1.5 cups fresh basil, shredded
• diced fresh mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, or feta
• black pepper to taste
• 1 lb cooked penne

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients except pasta in a bowl and mix. Let sit in refrigerator overnight, or at least for 3-4 hours before serving.

2. Add 1 lb cooked penne. Toss and serve at room temperature. May add additional salt and pepper to taste.

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