Penne Pomodoro

Name: Penne Pomodoro
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons olive oil; 6 large garlic cloves (smashed); 28 ounces whole peeled tomatoes (san marzano, if possible); 1 Tablespoon kosher salt (plus a pinch for the sauce); 1 pound penne pasta (uncooked); 1 bunch fresh basil leaves; freshly grated parmesan cheese (for serving, if desired)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:20min

Penne Pomodoro is a classic Italian pasta dish made with a simple tomato sauce, fresh basil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in about 30 minutes, it's an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love.

Updated at: Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:25:34 GMT