Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Basil, Olives, and Fresh Mozzarella

Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Basil, Olives, and Fresh Mozzarella
Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Basil, Olives, and Fresh Mozzarella might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe makes 4 servings with 990 calories, 36g of protein, and 51g of fat each. This recipe covers 34% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. If you have balsamic vinegar, salt, garlic, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the salt you could follow this main course with the Apple Turnovers Recipe as a dessert. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet.

Instructions

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In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes with the mozzarella, basil, olives, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
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In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the spaghetti until just done, about 12 minutes.
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Drain, add to the tomato mixture, and toss.
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Heat the oil in a small frying pan over moderately low heat.
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Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
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Pour the oil over the pasta and toss again.
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Add some drained capers, chopped red onion, or grated Parmesan to the pasta.
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Wine Recommendation: Valpolicella, the crisp, fruity, cherry-scented wine from the shores of Lake Garda in the Veneto, is the perfect hot-weather wine for tomato-and-herb-based dishes. Try one here for a delightful accompaniment.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score40
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