Al Dente Penne with Tomato and Basil

Name: Al Dente Penne with Tomato and Basil
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz penne pasta; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 28 oz can, drained diced tomatoes; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

A simple, vibrant pasta dish featuring tender penne tossed in a bright tomato and basil sauce.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz penne pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves, minced garlic
28 oz can, drained diced tomatoes
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz penne pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown.
Step 3: Add 28 oz drained diced tomatoes and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to the skillet. Simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Add the drained penne pasta and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil to the skillet. Toss with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water until the sauce coats the pasta evenly.
Step 5: Season with 1 tsp salt and serve immediately.