One-pan caprese pasta recipe

Step 1

Gather all ingredients and boil the kettle.

Step 2

In a frying pan, over medium; add the olive oil and saute the onion until translucent. Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 3

Pour the boiling water into the pan and return to the boil. Add the pasta and sprinkle over stock powder. Return to the boil and cover. Once boiling; reduce heat and simmer for 7 minutes. Remove lid and cook for a further 7 minutes; until the liquid is reduced.

Step 4

Add the basil; tomatoes and cheese to the pan. Stir through and cover. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted. Remove from heat and season well; scatter remaining basil leaves over the top and drizzle balsamic vinegar over. Serve.