Ingredients
2
lb plum (Roma) tomatoes, chopped (8 to 10 medium)
4
garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 1/2
teaspoons salt
1/2
teaspoon pepper
1/2
cup olive or vegetable oil
1/2
cup chopped fresh basil leaves
8
oz mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (2 cups)
1
package (1 lb) rotini pasta
1/2
cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
In large bowl, mix tomatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, oil, basil and mozzarella cheese. Cover; refrigerate 2 hours to blend flavors.
Meanwhile, cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
In large serving bowl, mix cooked pasta and tomato mixture until well combined. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over top of salad.
