Ingredients

2lbvine ripened tomatoes,(about 6)

¾lbfresh mozzarella,salted

1¼cupfresh basil,chopped

½cupblack olives,halved and pitted

4tspbalsamic vinegar

1¼tspsalt

½tspfresh ground black pepper

1lbspaghetti

½cupolive oil

3garlic cloves

Preparation

In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes with the mozzarella, basil, olives, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.

In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the spaghetti for about 12 minutes until just done. Drain, add to the tomato mixture, and toss.

Heat the oil in a small frying pan over moderately low heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

Pour the oil over the pasta and toss again.

Serve warm and enjoy!