Penne with Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Sauce

Name: Penne with Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz penne pasta; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 1/4 cup, oil-packed, chopped sun-dried tomatoes; 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 cup, reserved pasta water

Creamy pasta tossed with a rich tomato-basil sauce featuring sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs for an elegant weeknight meal.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz penne pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 cup, oil-packed, chopped sun-dried tomatoes
28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup, reserved pasta water

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz penne and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding browning.
Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4: Add drained penne and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water to the saucepan. Toss vigorously for 2 minutes until sauce coats pasta evenly. Stir in 1/4 cup fresh basil and adjust consistency with remaining pasta water if needed.