Penne with Light Rosy Tomato Sauce
Indulge in the comforting elegance of Penne with Light Rosy Tomato Sauce, a creamy pasta dish that strikes the perfect balance between rich and vibrant flavors. This recipe combines tender penne pasta with a luscious, velvety sauce made from sweet crushed tomatoes, a hint of heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. A touch of garlic and optional red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while chopped fresh basil provides a fragrant finish that will tantalize your taste buds. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve it with a sprinkle of extra cheese and a crisp green salad for a truly satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 400 g crushed tomatoes
- 120 ml heavy cream
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 5 fresh basil leaves
- 60 ml pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 60 ml of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh basil leaves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until fragrant but not browned.
Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet and stir well. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the heavy cream and allow the sauce to heat through, turning a light pink color. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and fully incorporated. If the sauce is too thick, stir in the reserved pasta cooking water a little at a time to reach your desired consistency.
Toss the cooked penne pasta in the rosy tomato sauce until well coated. Allow the pasta to cook in the sauce for 1-2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.6 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 717 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 350 mg | 7% | |
*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.
