Caprese Mac & Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 lb ripe plum tomato, chopped
1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into 1/2 inch chunks
2 (7 1/4 ounce) boxes of your favorite mac and cheese

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, salt, red pepper and black pepper; add tomatoes and mozzarella and toss until well coated; let mixture marinate at room temperature at least 30 minutes.
Cook pasta per package directions; drain; place in a large bowl and add the tomato mixture; toss until well combined, allowing the cheese to melt slightly.
Serve warm.