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Ingredients
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Pasta
Tomato Sauce
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Penne
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse the pasta, as this will wash away the starch that helps the sauce adhere.
Tomato Sauce Preparation
- 3
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Add the canned diced tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 5
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 6
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves into the sauce just before serving.
Assembly
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the saucepan with the tomato sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- 8
Serve
Divide the pasta into serving bowls. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy your Albert Einstein Penne!
