Penne Pasta with Tomato Basil Sauce
Bring the essence of Italian comfort food to your table with this Penne Pasta with Tomato Basil Sauce recipe. Featuring perfectly cooked penne tossed in a rich and aromatic tomato sauce infused with fresh basil and garlic, this dish captures the simplicity and bold flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. The sauce, crafted from canned whole tomatoes, gets a delightful depth from sautéed onions, a touch of sugar, and the peppery warmth of extra-virgin olive oil. Finished with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, it's an irresistible combination of creamy, tangy, and herbaceous goodness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy pasta dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or an elegant weekend meal. Serve it with a side of crusty bread and a crisp salad to complete the experience. Keywords: Penne Pasta Recipe, Tomato Basil Sauce, Easy Italian Dinner, Homemade Pasta Dish, Fresh Basil.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 800 grams canned whole tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
- 10 leaves, roughly torn fresh basil leaves
- 50 grams, grated parmesan cheese
- 4 liters water
- 1 tablespoon salt for pasta water
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 4 liters of water and bring it to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour in the canned whole tomatoes, crushing them slightly with a spoon as you add them to the pan.
Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoons of sugar to the tomato mixture.
Simmer the sauce for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. If you prefer a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to puree the tomatoes to your desired consistency.
Stir the roughly torn fresh basil leaves into the sauce just before serving, reserving a few leaves for garnish.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it directly to the tomato basil sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
Serve the penne pasta hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese and garnished with reserved basil leaves.
Enjoy your homemade penne pasta with tomato basil sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
333 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 2325 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 501 mg | 11% | |
*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.
