Pasta Caprese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 lb plum tomato, chopped
1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
1 (16 ounce) package wagon wheel macaroni or (16 ounce) package pasta, of your choice

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.