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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Cooking Pasta
Cook the Penne
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt to the boiling water. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes.
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the penne pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making the Sauce
Add Tomato Sauce
Pour in the tomato sauce and stir well. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Add Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves and add them to the sauce. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the sauce in the pot. Toss to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
Add Mozzarella
Gently fold in the diced fresh mozzarella cheese. Allow it to melt slightly as you stir the pasta.
Serving
Season and Serve
Season the pasta with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.
