For those times when a quick and creamy pasta dish is the order of the day, few dishes can compete with fast creamy tomato penne. Combining the naturally sweet flavor of juicy tomatoes, the richness of cream, and the satisfying bite of penne pasta, it's a dish that is sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate. With its tantalizing aroma and vibrant colors, this pasta dish is a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds, making it the perfect centerpiece for a busy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend brunch. Whether you choose to embellish it with fresh herbs, flavorful cheeses, or crispy bacon, this versatile dish can be customized to suit your personal preferences, ensuring that you'll find a new favorite recipe among the many variations available.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FAST CREAMY TOMATO PENNE
Great quick dish for working parents or anyone who is pressed for time. A family favorite.
Provided by TRANSMONICON
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Ground Pork Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute onion and bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes. Add ground pork, and cook until evenly brown. Drain excess fat.
- In a large pot, heat spaghetti sauce until bubbling. Stir in pork mixture, pasta and sour cream. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 913.2 calories, Carbohydrate 101.2 g, Cholesterol 116.4 mg, Fat 39.7 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 39.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 594.5 mg, Sugar 14.6 g
PENNE WITH TOMATO-CREAM SAUCE
This dish is sinfully good, and its known to have powers that make you crave it while you sleep. LOL, so enjoy! Mmmm!
Provided by Little Italy
Categories Penne
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Roughly chop garlic. Heat the oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. When the oil is warm add the garlic and sauté for 3 mins or until golden along the edges.
- Add the canned tomatoes to a saucepot and cook for 20 minutes. Add salt and pepper taste, and then add the chili flakes. Pass the sauce mix through a food mill or process until smooth and pour into a large skillet.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer. Meanwhile bring a pot of water to boil for the Penne. While the pasta is cooking coarsely chop the parsley and set aside. Drain the pasta when it is al dente and pour it into the skillet with the tomato sauce. Add the vodka and mix very well. Increase the heat to medium and sauté for 1 minute. Add the cream and mix until the evenly spread. Pour into a nice serving dish and garnish with the chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 765.6, Fat 41.8, SaturatedFat 16.5, Cholesterol 81.5, Sodium 52.8, Carbohydrate 92.5, Fiber 15.6, Sugar 11.4, Protein 12.1
FRESH TOMATO AND GARLIC PENNE
This quick and easy pasta dish explodes with fresh flavor.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
- While pasta is cooking, heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook garlic in oil 30 seconds, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatoes. Cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until tomatoes are soft and sauce is slightly thickened. Stir in basil, salt and pepper. Cook 1 minute. Serve sauce over pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 97 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg
FAST CREAMY TOMATO PENNE
Great quick dish for working parents or anyone who is pressed for time. A family favorite.
Provided by April
Categories Ground Pork
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute onion and bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes. Add ground pork, and cook until evenly brown. Drain excess fat.
- In a large pot, heat spaghetti sauce until bubbling. Stir in pork mixture, pasta and sour cream. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 913.2 calories, Carbohydrate 101.2 g, Cholesterol 116.4 mg, Fat 39.7 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 39.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 594.5 mg, Sugar 14.6 g
FRESH TOMATO AND GARLIC PENNE FOR TWO
Make dinner in under 30 minutes by quickly cooking tomatoes, tossing in basil and spooning over pasta.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
- Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook garlic in oil 30 seconds, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatoes. Cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until tomatoes are soft and sauce is slightly thickened. Stir in basil, salt and pepper. Cook 1 minute. Serve sauce over pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
PENNE AL BAFFO (CREAMY TOMATO-HAM PASTA)
"Al Baffo" is said to be the abbreviated version of an Italian expression "da leccarsi i baffi," which translates to "it is so good you'll lick your whiskers," because the sauce is abundant, thick and creamy. Tomato, ham and cream come together in this simple pasta sauce to form a comforting and easy weeknight meal. Cooked ham (as Italians call it, "prosciutto cotto"), is a hearty addition, as it provides texture and necessary salt. This recipe calls for deli ham, but you can substitute prosciutto or even pancetta if the mood strikes. An extra shower of Parmigiano before serving is a must for this filling meal.
Provided by Anna Francese Gass
Categories dinner, quick, weeknight, pastas, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium. Add the shallot, garlic and red-pepper flakes. Cook, stirring often, until shallots and garlic soften but are not yet brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the ham and stir to coat, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the tomato purée. Add ¼ cup of the boiling salted water from the pot to the can, stir to loosen any purée, then add the liquid to the pan. Season the sauce with salt. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring it to a boil, and then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- While the sauce simmers, cook the pasta in the boiling water according to package instructions until al dente; drain well.
- Reduce the heat to low and then add the cream, cheese and salt; stir to combine. Add the drained pasta, and toss to coat. Transfer pasta to a serving dish and top with more cheese.
PENNE WITH TOMATO SAUCE PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, medium onion, red chili flakes, garlic, crushed tomato, salt, penne pasta
Provided by Kiano Moju
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and onion, and cook until the onion is translucent, 8-10 minutes.
- Add the chile flakes and garlic, and cook for another 2 minutes, until fragrant. Stir in tomatoes and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Save ½ cup (120 ml) of pasta water, then drain.
- Add the drained pasta to the sauce. Stir well, adding a little pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Season with salt to taste.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 7 grams
PENNE WITH CREAMY TOMATO SAUCE
Got this from a magazine, have made a couple of times and always enjoyed it. Very rich tasting. Enjoy!!
Provided by ChefRaylene
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in large skillet. Add onion and saute for 2-3 minutes until tender.
- Add chicken broth, cook 1 minute.
- Stir in tomatoes, cream, pasta, olives and cheese; heat thoroughly, stirring occasionally.
- Sprinkle with green onions and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.4, Fat 23, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 51.8, Sodium 504.3, Carbohydrate 55.3, Fiber 9, Sugar 3.9, Protein 11.2
Tips:
- Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your sauce will be.
- Roast the tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes will concentrate their flavor and make them extra sweet.
- Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is the key to a flavorful sauce. Choose a high-quality oil that has a fruity flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the tomatoes, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Simmer the sauce: Simmering the sauce will help to develop its flavor and thicken it.
- Season to taste: Be sure to season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
- Use fresh basil: Fresh basil is the perfect finishing touch for this dish. It adds a bright, herbaceous flavor.
Conclusion:
This fast and creamy tomato penne is a delicious and easy meal that can be made in just 30 minutes. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual lunch. The roasted tomatoes give the sauce a deep, rich flavor, and the cream adds a touch of richness and creaminess. The penne pasta is cooked al-dente, and the whole dish is finished with fresh basil. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table!
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