Ingredients
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1 lb fusilli (spiral)
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kosher salt
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olive oil
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1 lb ripe tomatoes, cut in medium dice
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1/4 cup good black olives, such as Kalamata, pitted and diced
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1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
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1 cup packed basil leaves, cut in julienne
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5 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained
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2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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1 -2 garlic clove, diced
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1 teaspoon capers
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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6 tablespoons olive oil
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1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, cut in medium dice
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6 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
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Instructions
- Cook pasta in large pot of boiling, salted water with splash of oil. Boil 12 minutes, or according to directions on package. Drain well and allow to cool.
- Place pasta in bowl and add tomatoes, olives, mozzarella and chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- To make dressing: Combine sun-dried tomatoes, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, capers, salt and pepper in food processor until almost smooth.
- Pour dressing over pasta, sprinkle with Parmesan and basil and toss well.