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Rotini with Cherry Tomatoes, Mozzarella and Basil

This easy meal is sure to please everyone in the family. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for a delicious cold lunch the next day.

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Total Time:

15 minutes

Yield:

4 Servings

Nutrition Facts

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Nutrition Facts

  • 530; Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat 5g; Sodium 190mg; Carbohydrate 74g; Fiber 9g; Protein 21g

Ingredients

1 (13.25-ounce) box whole grain rotini

1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

4 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, diced

4 leaves fresh basil, cut into strips

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1 clove garlic, pressed

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini according to package directions.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until slightly yellow, about 2 minutes. Remove garlic from skillet.
  3. Add tomatoes to the skillet and sear until slightly blistered, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Season with salt and pepper. Add the drained pasta to the skillet. Remove skillet from the heat. Mix well.
  5. Add cheese, basil, and remaining olive oil to the pasta. Toss to combine.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Barilla

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