Home Style Pasta Italiano
Dive into the heart of Italian-inspired comfort food with this ‘Home Style Pasta Italiano’ recipe! Featuring tender al dente penne pasta coated in a rich, homemade tomato sauce, this dish is a celebration of simple yet bold flavors. The sauce, crafted with a blend of crushed tomatoes, garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, simmers to perfection for a depth of flavor that’s irresistibly authentic. A touch of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil elevates every bite, creating a harmonious balance between savory and fresh. Quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet elegant enough for entertaining, this recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and serves four. Serve it up with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh basil for a classic Italian meal that never fails to impress. Perfect for pasta lovers searching for a comforting and homemade Italian dish, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients with effortless charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium (finely chopped) white onion
- 4 cloves (minced) garlic
- 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (freshly ground) black pepper
- 10 leaves (chopped; plus extra for garnish) fresh basil leaves
- 50 grams (grated; plus extra for serving) Parmesan cheese
- 4 liters water
- 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling pasta)
Instructions
Bring 4 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water and stir.
Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. This typically takes 9-11 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, sugar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.0 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 2607 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 277 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 570 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
