Best 11 Penne With Two Tomatoes And Mozzarella Recipes

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Penne with two tomatoes and mozzarella is a classic Italian dish that is simple to make and packed with flavor. The combination of sweet tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or for a special occasion. With just a few ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that will impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PENNE WITH FRESH TOMATOES, BASIL, AND FRESH MOZZARELLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus 2 tablespoons, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped garlic
5 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
1 pound penne pasta
1/2 cup shredded basil
Freshly ground black pepper
3/4 pound fresh salted mozzarella, sliced or cubed
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Put a large pot of salted water on for the pasta. Meanwhile, prepare your sauce. In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Add the garlic and cook until just fragrant, about 1 minute or less. Add the tomatoes and cook them for 3 to 5 minutes, just until they begin to release some of their juice.
  • Cook the pasta in the pot of salted boiling water for 12 to 13 minutes until al dente. Drain the pasta. Add the pasta and basil to the pan with the tomatoes and toss. Season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Serve the pasta in bowls, equally distribute the fresh mozzarella and grated Parmesan between the bowls. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the bowls of pasta and serve immediately.

PENNE WITH TWO TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA



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We used penne rigate pasta for this dish because its ridges catch the pieces of tomato, garlic, and chive. Rigatoni or medium shells would also work well.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Coarse salt and ground pepper
12 ounces penne rigate
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 cup snipped chives

Steps:

  • Place cheese in freezer. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain pasta and set aside.
  • In pasta pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and pasta water. Cook until cherry tomatoes soften, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Add pasta, chilled cheese, and chives to pot, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 23 g

PENNE, TOMATO, AND MOZZARELLA SALAD



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Garden fresh basil and summer sweet cherry tomatoes make this pasta salad a warm season favorite. Takes only a few minutes to put together, a quick summertime meal.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package penne pasta
¼ cup olive oil
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
salt and pepper to taste
5 ounces mozzarella cheese, diced
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 ounces fresh basil
12 large black olives, halved

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water as directed on package, until just tender. Drain, and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a small saucepan. Add green onions and cook, stirring occasionally, 2 or 3 minutes. Stir in garlic, and cook for 2 minutes. Add pasta, tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook over low heat to warm through. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Coarsely tear basil leaves in halves or thirds; add to pasta with olives, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.8 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 337.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

FRESH TOMATO AND GARLIC PENNE FOR TWO



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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

1 1/4 cups uncooked penne pasta (4 oz)
2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 lb plum (Roma) tomatoes (6 medium), coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

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

QUICK PENNE PESTO WITH TOMATOES



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Ready Pasta Penne combines with basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella to make this classic Italian dish that's just as tasty as it is timesaving.

Provided by Barilla Canada

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Barilla Canada

Time 5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pouch Barilla® Ready Pasta Penne
2 tablespoons Barilla® Traditional Basil Pesto
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup small mozzarella balls
Salt and pepper to taste
6 fresh basil leaves, shredded
Pine nuts for garnish

Steps:

  • Tear corner of Ready Pasta pouch to vent. Heat in the microwave for one minute.
  • Combine pesto, tomatoes, and mozzarella in a bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste; add pasta and toss.
  • Top with basil and pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48.7 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 406.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

PENNE WITH NO-COOK TOMATO SAUCE AND MOZZARELLA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds beefsteak, heirloom or Campari tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, smashed
1 sprig basil, torn in half, plus 1/2 cup basil leaves, roughly chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Freshly ground pepper
10 ounces penne
3/4 cup pearl-size mozzarella balls, drained (about 4 ounces)
Red pepper flakes, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Combine the tomatoes, 2 tablespoons olive oil, the vinegar, garlic, basil sprig, oregano, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Let stand, tossing occasionally, until very juicy, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the penne to the boiling water and cook as the label directs for al dente. Drain and add the warm pasta to the tomato mixture; toss well. Let stand, tossing occasionally, until the pasta has absorbed some of the tomato juices, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Discard the garlic and basil sprig and stir the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil into the pasta; season with salt and pepper. Stir in the mozzarella balls and chopped basil. Divide the pasta among bowls. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 21 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 20 milligrams, Sodium 573 milligrams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Sugar 7 grams, Protein 15 grams

PENNE WITH GRAPE TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA



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Adding chickpeas to the pasta makes this meal heartier and healthier; using thyme instead of more predictable basil perks up the whole dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces ridged or plain penne
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 pint (8 ounces) bocconcini (small fresh mozzarella balls), halved, or 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Add chickpeas to pot; immediately drain pasta mixture, and return to pot.
  • Add tomatoes, bocconcini, thyme, oil, and vinegar to pasta. Toss, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a thin sauce that coats penne (you may not need all the water). Season with salt and pepper; toss to combine. Serve, garnished with additional thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 29 g

PENNE WITH TOMATOES, BASIL AND TWO CHEESES



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, pastas, appetizer, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 main-course servings, 8 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound penne
1/4 pound Emmenthaler cheese
1/2 pound mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup shredded basil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring six quarts salted water to a rolling boil with one tablespoon olive oil. Add the penne and cook until al dente.
  • While the penne is cooking, cut the cheeses into half-inch cubes. Chop the tomatoes.
  • Put a layer of cheese and tomatoes in a large bowl. Drain the penne, then add it to the bowl with the remaining olive oil, cheese, tomatoes and basil. Mix ingredients well, season to taste with salt and pepper and serve. No Parmesan is needed with this dish.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 821, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 92 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 780 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PENNE WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES AND TWO CHEESES



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Categories     Cheese     Herb     Olive     Pasta     Tomato     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 28-ounce cans Italian plum tomatoes, drained
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper
2 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 pound penne or rigatoni
2 1/2 cups packed grated Havarti cheese
1/3 cup sliced pitted brine-cured olives (such as Kalamata)
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Mix in tomatoes, dried basil and crushed red pepper. Bring to boil, breaking up tomatoes with back of spoon. Add broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer and mixture thickens to chunky sauce and is reduced to 6 cups, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm over low heat before continuing.)
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain well.
  • Return pasta to same pot. Toss with 3 tablespoons oil. Pour sauce over and toss to blend. Mix in Havarti cheese. Transfer pasta to 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle with olives, then Parmesan.
  • Bake until pasta is heated through, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with basil.

PENNE WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES AND TWO CHEESES



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A hearty, tasty dish with a little kick. It is meatless, but the Havarti cheese and Kalamata olives give it enough body to satisfy the carnivores in your family. I found this recipe in the Feb. 1995 issue of Bon Appetit. Make yourself a loaf of Rosemary Focaccia bread to go with it! Bon Appetit says this serves 4--that would be 4 HUGE servings. I make two casseroles, one for now a

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Penne

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 (28 ounce) cans Italian plum tomatoes, drained
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups canned low sodium chicken broth
1 lb penne or 1 lb rigatoni pasta
2 1/2 cups packed grated havarti cheese
1/3 cup sliced pitted oil-cured olives (such as Kalamata)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and sauté for a few minutes until onion is translucent.
  • Add tomatoes, basil and crushed red pepper.
  • (See note below about the pepper).
  • Crush tomatoes with a potato masher to break into smaller pieces.
  • Add broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until sauce is reduced to 6 cups, stirring occasionally.
  • This will take about an hour.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • When sauce is close to done, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until it is just tender but still a little bit firm to the bite.
  • Drain pasta and toss with remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
  • Stir in pasta mixing thoroughly.
  • Mix in Havarti cheese.
  • Pour into 13x9/2-inch glass baking dish.
  • Sprinkle top with olives and then the Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 350° until heated thoroughly, about 30 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.
  • Note: Use your best judgment about the crushed red pepper.
  • I found 1 1/2 teaspoons quite spicy.
  • My whole family can enjoy this dish if I only use 1 teaspoon.

CHICKEN PENNE WITH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO



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Make and share this Chicken Penne With Mozzarella and Tomato recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kcowan

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 chicken breasts, sliced thin
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
5 tablespoons butter
2 cups parmesan cheese
4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • .Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook pasta to al dente.
  • Saute chicken in olive oil until done. Add garlic powder during cooking.
  • Heat tomatoes in saucepan to boiling, reduce heat to medium and cook 5-8 minutes until liquid has evaporated.
  • Melt butter in 9X12 glass dish in oven.
  • When pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of starch water.
  • Drain pasta and transfer to glass dish.
  • Toss pasta until coated in melted butter.
  • Slowly add Parmesan cheese and starch water until Alfredo sauce is made.
  • Add tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and chicken to dish.
  • Mix well.
  • Bake at 350 F for approximately 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is key to a delicious sauce. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and have no blemishes.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the tomatoes, make sure to give them enough space so that they can brown properly. Otherwise, they will steam and become watery.
  • Season the sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste. You may also want to add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Use fresh mozzarella cheese. Fresh mozzarella cheese is much more flavorful than pre-packaged mozzarella cheese. If you can't find fresh mozzarella, you can use shredded mozzarella cheese, but it won't be as good.
  • Serve immediately. This dish is best served immediately after it is made. The pasta will start to absorb the sauce and become soggy if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This penne with two tomatoes and mozzarella recipe is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. The sauce is simple but flavorful, and the mozzarella cheese adds a creamy richness. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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