- 1 (8-oz) package Penne pasta
- 1 tbsp Basil oil
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlicminced
- 1 pint Grape tomatoeshalved
- 1 cup Pepperjack Cheeseshredded
- 1 cup Mozzarellashredded
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheesegrated
- 1 tbsp Basilminced, fresh
Tomato Basil Penne Pasta
This Tomato Basil Penne Pasta is made in about 15 minutes and uses simple ingredients. It doesn’t get easier than that! A deliciously flavorful tomato sauce loaded with cheese and tossed with hot penne. This dinner is always a favorite with our family. Best for nights when you are pressed for time or feeling lazy.
Once you have the pasta boiling, get to work on the tomato basil sauce. The sauce consists of garlic, fresh grape tomatoes, fresh basil, olive oil, and lots of cheese. So simple yet so delicious! Once the cheese starts to melt, stir in the hot pasta. Top with fresh basil and serve the pasta up immediately while still hot. What could be better than a pasta dinner recipe?
To make the Tomato Basil Penne Pasta, you will need the following ingredients:
Steps to make Tomato Basil Penne Pasta
1 | Cook pasta | 10 |
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add in 1 package penne pasta and cook until al dente for about 11 minutes, then drain. | ||
2 | Cook garlic | 2 |
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon each of basil oil and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook until soft. | ||
3 | Add tomatoes | 10 |
Add 1 pint of halved grape tomatoes and reduce heat to medium. Simmer for 10 minutes. | ||
4 | Add cheese | 2 |
Stir in 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, and ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese. | ||
5 | Mix in pasta | 1 |
Once the cheese starts to melt, mix in the cooked penne pasta. | ||
6 | Serve | |
Serve immediately garnished with fresh basil. | ||
Recipe Reviews
l tried it out. So delicious! Thanks for sharing!
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