Categories: dinner

Ingredients

• 4 cups ripe tomatoes, diced (any variety) about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• Freshly ground pepper
• Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, finely diced
• 1 pound thin spaghetti
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, place diced tomatoes and squish cherry tomatoes if used.

2. Mix tomatoes, basil, olive oil, Mozzarella, garlic salt and pepper and red pepper flakes.

3. Cook spaghetti in boiling water; drain; rinse.

4. Add tomato mixture.

5. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons pesto (optional).

6. Toss to blend.

7. Sprinkle grated Parmesan on top and serve warm.

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