Rotini with Tomato and Basil Sauce and Mozzarella Recipe

Rotini with Tomato and Basil Sauce and Mozzarella Recipe

  • 1 (16 ounce) box Barilla® Rotini
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and diced
  • 1 (24 ounce) jar Barilla® Tomato & Basil Sauce
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano cheese
  • 4 fresh basil leaves, torn
  1. Bring a medium sized skillet to medium heat, add 2 tablespoons oil and allow to warm through. Add garlic and saute until it turns lightly brown or for 1 minute. Add sauce and season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low and allow mixture to simmer for 5 minutes to develop the flavor.
  2. Meanwhile cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta and toss with the sauce. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the cheese, basil and remaining olive oil; stir to combine.