Ingredients

• 2 Cups Penne (measured uncooked)
• 4 T Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 8 Cloves Garlic (diced or finely grated)
• 1 Bunch Fresh Basil (julienned)
• 1 Can Diced Tomatoes (~15 oz.)
• 1 Cup Buffalo Mozzarella (cut into ~1/4")

Directions

1. Prepare your penne, following the directions on the package.
2. When it's cooked, strain, rinse, and place to the side.
3. In a skillet or large sauce pan, add the olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Add the garlic, and cook it for a minute or 2 (don't let it brown).
5. Add the can of tomatoes with the juice.
6. Reduce the liquid down a little, and add the pasta and mix it in to heat the pasta.
7. Right before you remove from the heat, mix the julienned basil in for 1-2 minutes.
8. Remove the pasta to a serving bowl.
9. Mix the mozzarella in right before taking the serving dish to the table. This will help ensure the cheese doesn't all melt together.

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