Tomato Penne Pasta
A quick and comforting pasta dish with a simple tomato sauce, finished with Parmesan and fresh herbs. Perfect for a busy weeknight.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 can (15 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 8 oz penne and cook until al dente, about 11 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- 2
While pasta cooks, heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Add the 2 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Pour in the 1 can crushed tomatoes and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Add the drained penne to the skillet with 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss to coat, adding more water if needed, until the sauce clings to the pasta.
- 5
Remove from heat and stir in the 1/2 cup grated Parmesan and 1/4 cup chopped basil. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Colander
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
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