How To Make Shells with Balsamic Tomatoes & Mozzarella
There’s a reason why pasta is a popular favorite. It’s such a multi-purpose dish that can be enjoyed in a multitude of ways. With so many pasta ideas to choose from, your biggest challenge will be deciding on which pasta recipes to go for!
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 pound of pasta shells
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the balsamic vinegar and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
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Add the cooked pasta shells to the skillet and toss until well coated with the tomato mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
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Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the diced mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve the shells with balsamic tomatoes and mozzarella hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition
- Calories : 435kcal
- Total Fat : 13g
- Saturated Fat : 5g
- Cholesterol : 23mg
- Sodium : 320mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 63g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 18g
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