Penne Marinara Tray – Large recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
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Penne Marinara Tray – Large Recipe

Inspired by Typical Sicilian
Time45m
Serves8

Our homemade marinara sauce, parmigiana cheese, fresh basil

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Penne Pasta

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Marinara Sauce

    In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and dried oregano. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Once the marinara sauce has thickened, add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Tray

    Transfer the penne marinara to a large serving tray. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil on top.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve warm and enjoy your Penne Marinara Tray!

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