Caprese-Style Spaghetti (Spaghetti Alla Caprese)

• 1 (16 ounce) box barilla spaghetti
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed (optional)
• 6 plum tomatoes, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
• 2 -3 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped

1. BRING a large pot of water to a boil.
2. HEAT oil in skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; stir for 1 to 2 minutes. ADD tomatoes and seasoning; reduce heat to low. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. COOK pasta according to package directions; drain and return to pot.
4. ADD hot pasta to skillet mixture. Add cheese; stir until slightly melted. Transfer to serving platter. Garnish with oregano leaves.
5. Tip: Substitute shredded mozzarella cheese for buffalo mozzarella. Substitute dried oregano for fresh.

barilla spaghetti, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, red pepper, tomatoes, salt, fresh ground black pepper, mozzarella cheese, fresh oregano

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/caprese-style-spaghetti-spaghetti-alla-caprese-251183 (may not work)