Penne Recipe
Make Penne 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
Garnish
Method
Cook the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook Penne
Once the water is boiling, add the 2 cups of penne pasta. Stir occasionally and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse.
Prepare the Sauce
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Allow it to heat for about 1 minute.
- 5
Sauté Garlic
Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the can of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir well to combine.
- 7
Simmer Sauce
Allow the sauce to simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the sauce in the skillet. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
- 9
Add Parmesan
Sprinkle 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and mix well until the cheese is melted and integrated.
Serve the Dish
- 10
Garnish
Serve the penne pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves to taste.
