Pasta Caprese

• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 lb plum tomato, chopped
• 1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
• 1 (16 ounce) package wagon wheel macaroni or (16 ounce) package pasta, of your choice

1. In a large bowl, combine oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, salt, red pepper and black pepper; add tomatoes and mozzarella and toss until well coated; let mixture marinate at room temperature at least 30 minutes.
2. Cook pasta per package directions; drain; place in a large bowl and add the tomato mixture; toss until well combined, allowing the cheese to melt slightly.
3. Serve warm.

olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, fresh basil, salt, red pepper, fresh ground black pepper, tomato, mozzarella cheese, wagon wheel macaroni

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/pasta-caprese-103965 (may not work)