Penne Absolutely Recipe
Make Penne Absolutely 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
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, fill with water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Penne
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water. Stir occasionally and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set it aside, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 5
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.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Stir in chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired sauce consistency.
- 8
Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving. Enjoy your Penne Absolutely!