Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsVictoria's Restaurant & Wine BarNazionale Italian Recipe

Nazionale Italian Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Make Nazionale Italian Recipe in just 40m. 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 Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 tsp of salt.

  2. 2

    Cook Pasta

    Once the water is boiling, add 2 cups of penne pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.

Making the Sauce

  1. 4

    Heat Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 5

    Sauté Garlic

    Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 6

    Add Tomatoes and Spices

    Pour in 1 can of crushed tomatoes, then add 1 tablespoon of basil, 1 tablespoon of oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir well.

  4. 7

    Simmer Sauce

    Allow the sauce to simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Combining Pasta and Sauce

  1. 8

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine thoroughly.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Serve hot, topped with 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

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