Pasta Alla Checca

Step 1

Place cherry tomatoes (or regular tomatoes, diced) into a large bowl.

Step 2

Add extra virgin olive oil, and then add a bunch of basil leaves tearing them with your hands.

Step 3

Generoully season with salt and pepper, mix well and let the mixture to rest for about 15 minutes (while you cook pasta).

Step 4

Place a large pot with water over high heat. Once the water starts to boil, add salt and pasta.

Step 5

Cook until your desired consistency (al dente, very soft, etc).

Step 6

Drain pasta and add it to the bowl with tomatoes while is still hot, this will help tomatoes to soften just a little to make the sauce juicier.

Step 7

Mix well and allow to reach room temperature.

Step 8

Add mozzarella, mix again, adjust with salt and pepper and serve.