Penne Bandiera Recipe
Make Penne Bandiera 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 the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
- 2
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.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Add the Peppers
Stir in the diced red and yellow bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- 7
Incorporate Cherry Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 4-5 minutes until they soften and release their juices.
- 8
Season the Sauce
Stir in the chopped basil, salt, and black pepper to taste. Mix well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Combining
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together gently until the pasta is well coated.
- 10
Serve
Serve the Penne Bandiera hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese on top.