Penne Pasta with Tomato Sauce
Dive into the timeless comfort of Penne Pasta with Tomato Sauce, a hearty dish that combines the simplicity of Italian cooking with bold, satisfying flavors. Perfectly al dente penne pasta meets a rich and aromatic homemade tomato sauce, made with sweet crushed tomatoes, sautéed onions, and garlic, elevated with fragrant dried oregano and basil. A touch of sugar balances the acidity, while fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese add a fresh, savory finish. Ready in under an hour and ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this one-pot pasta dish is as effortless as it is delicious. Serve it with a crisp salad and warm garlic bread for the ultimate Italian-inspired experience. Keywords: Penne pasta, tomato sauce, Italian recipes, easy pasta dish, quick weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 800 g canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 10 g fresh basil leaves
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
While the pasta is cooking, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes or until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir well to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir to incorporate.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently, uncovered, for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Drain the cooked penne pasta and add it to the skillet with the tomato sauce.
Toss the pasta in the sauce over low heat until well coated and heated through.
Chop the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the pasta.
Transfer the pasta to serving plates and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately and enjoy your penne pasta with tomato sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.7 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 950 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 553 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.
