Tuscan Fusion Recipe
Make Tuscan Fusion 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
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water for later.
Sauce Preparation
- 3
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Cook Tomatoes
Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes start to soften.
- 5
Combine Sauce Ingredients
Stir in the chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until everything is well combined.
Final Assembly
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- 7
Add Parmesan Cheese
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss again until well combined and the cheese is melted.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh basil and Parmesan cheese if desired.
