Penne Pomodoro Recipe
Penne pasta served with cherry tomatoes, garlic & fresh basil.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
Cook the Penne
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 10-12 minutes, until al dente. Stir occasionally.
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest. Set the pasta aside.
Making the Sauce
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to soften and release their juices.
Season the Sauce
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine, allowing the flavors to meld for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Combining and Serving
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Add Fresh Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the pasta. Toss again to combine.
Serve
Transfer the Penne Pomodoro to serving plates and garnish with additional fresh basil if desired. Serve immediately.
