1 1/2poundsripe tomatoes, preferably a variety of heirlooms
Peperoncino flakes
1poundmezzi rigatoni
1cuploosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/2cuploosely packed fresh Italian parsley leaves
2clovesgarlic, grated or finely chopped
1/3cupextra-virgin olive oil
8ouncesfresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
3/4cupfreshly grated Grana Padano
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Chop tomatoes into ½-inch pieces, and add them and their juices to a serving bowl. Season with ½ teaspoonsalt and ¼ teaspoon pepperoncino. Toss, and let sit while you cook the pasta.
Add the pasta to the boiling water. Meanwhile, combine the basil, parsley, and garlic in the work bowl of a mini-food processor. Pulse to make a chunky paste. With the machine running, add the olive oil to make a smooth pesto. Add to the tomato mixture, and toss.
When the pasta is al dente, remove with a spider to the bowl with the tomatoes, and toss well. Add the mozzarella and grated Grana Padano, and toss well again. Season with salt if needed, toss again, and serve.