Penne Recipe
Make Penne Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Pasta
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 tsp of salt to the water.
Cook Penne
Add 2 cups of penne pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions (usually 11-13 minutes) until al dente.
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making the Sauce
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Sauté Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add Tomatoes and Herbs
Pour in 1 cup of canned crushed tomatoes. Add 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir well.
Simmer Sauce
Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
Combine
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
Add Cheese
Sprinkle 0.5 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and mix until melted and combined.
Serving
Plate the Dish
Serve the penne pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
