Tomato and Herbs Pasta

Ingredients

 12 ounces linguine pasta

 2 to 3 ripe tomatoes (chopped)
 salt
 ground black pepper
 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
 1tablespoons balsamic vinegar
 6 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into cubes
 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
 2 tablespoons capers, drained

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water with a tablespoon of oil to a boil for the pasta. 12 minutes. Al dente
2. Place the tomatoes in a large bowl and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the garlic, balsamic vinegar
and mozzarella. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and toss to combine. Let sit for 15 minutes to allow
the tomatoes to give off their juices, then add the basil, parsley and capers.
3. Cook and drain the pasta according to package directions and transfer to a large serving bowl. Drizzle with the
remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, toss, then add the tomato-herb mixture and combine thoroughly. Taste and
adjust the seasoning as needed.
4. To serve, plate individual portions and sprinkle with additional parsley and basil if desired.