Caprese Pasta

Here is a child-friendly Caprese pasta recipe:

Ingredients:
– 8 oz. pasta of your choice (penne or rotini work well)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
– 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, basil, and garlic.
3. Add the cooked pasta to the bowl and toss to mix.
4. Drizzle olive oil over the pasta and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve the Caprese pasta warm or at room temperature.

This Caprese pasta is a simple and flavorful dish that kids will enjoy due to its colorful and fresh ingredients. Feel free to customize it with additional veggies or protein as desired. Enjoy!