DrizzleIngredients:8 ounces penne or your preferred pasta1 tablespoon olive oil2 cloves garlic, minced1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup heavy cream1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls or diced mozzarellaSalt and black pepper, to taste1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)For the Basil Drizzle:1/2 cup fresh basil leaves2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon water1 teaspoon lemon juicePinch of salt—Instructions:1. Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.3. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 4–5 minutes until they begin to blister and soften.4. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and the sauce is smooth.5. Add the cooked pasta and mozzarella. Stir gently until the cheese starts to melt. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.6. To prepare the basil drizzle, blend the basil leaves, olive oil, water, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.7. Drizzle the basil sauce over the pasta. Add balsamic glaze if desired.8. Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh basil if you like.

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