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Best Recipe for Whole Grain Thin Spaghetti Caprese

Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove
  • Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 pounds heirloom tomatoes, assorted colors and sizes
  • 12 ounces fresh mozzarella, diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 (13.25-ounce) package Whole Grain Thin Spaghetti

Instructions

  1. Crush and chop the garlic with 2 teaspoons salt and pepper flakes. Cut the tomatoes into 1 to 2 inch pieces. Halve or quarter them, if small. Toss the tomatoes with the seasoned garlic, mozzarella, herbs, and extra-virgin olive oil. (This can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead).
  2. Cook pasta according to the package directions. Drain and toss with the tomato mixture. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  3. [Styling Notes: What makes this beautiful is a great variety of tomato shapes, sizes, and colors, including green, yellow, orange, and red to dark brown blood red. A variety of cuts also give it a beautiful texture and a "Fresh-from-the Farm" look.]

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