Red Pesto Pasta Recipe with Roasted Tomatoes

Step 1

Cook dried pasta on the stove top in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. While the water is boiling preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

Step 2

Toss the cherry tomatoes in a large bowl with 1 tbsp of oilve oil, pepper, salt, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic. Pour the tomatoes on a small foil lined baking sheet and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until soft and blistering.

Step 3

When the pasta is finished cooking, drain the water and toss with red pesto sauce and oilve oil until well combined.

Step 4

When the tomatoes are finished roasting add to the top of the pasta along with torn pieces of fresh mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves. Enjoy warm!