Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGrotto DowntownTrio Tomato Penne Recipe

Trio Tomato Penne Recipe

Inspired by Grotto Downtown
Time30m
Serves4

Cherry tomatoes, sundried tomatoes, oven-roasted tomatoes, Bocconicini Mozzarella, basil pesto cream sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cherry tomatoes, sundried tomatoes, and oven-roasted tomatoes, sautéing for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Stir in the basil pesto and heavy cream, mixing well. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through.

  4. 4

    Add Pasta and Mozzarella

    Add the cooked penne pasta and Bocconcini mozzarella to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the pasta and mozzarella with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mozzarella starts to melt.

  5. 5

    Season and Serve

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Enjoy your Trio Tomato Penne!

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