PENNE WITH TOMATOES, BASIL AND TWO CHEESES

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Penne With Tomatoes, Basil and Two Cheeses image

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

Ras Strika Music
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's so simple and easy to make, but it's always delicious. I love the combination of tomatoes, basil, and two cheeses.


Jirina Skopova
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This pasta dish was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I loved the creamy sauce and the al dente pasta. I will definitely be making this again.


Muj Haziri
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a crowd-pleasing dish.


Kimoy Francis
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning. I would also recommend using a different type of pasta, such as penne or rotini.


Nikita Mohlala
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This pasta dish is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of tomatoes, basil, and two cheeses. It's the perfect comfort food.


Demba Doumbouya
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I've been making this dish for years and it's always a hit. My family loves the creamy sauce and the al dente pasta. It's also a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Leslie Culpepper
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This pasta dish is a staple in my kitchen. It's so versatile and easy to make. I love that I can add whatever vegetables or protein I have on hand.


Dhahi
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I made this dish for my friends and they all loved it! It was so easy to make and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


DIN MUHAMMED “Din MUHAMMED MALIK” MALIK
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This dish was a disappointment. The sauce was bland and the pasta was overcooked. I would not recommend this recipe.


Sameiul bhatti
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This pasta dish was amazing! The sauce was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.


Amanda Alvarado
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. I love the simplicity of the ingredients and the fact that it's so quick to make. It's also a great way to use up leftover tomatoes.


Afghani Armani
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This pasta dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's also a great way to get my kids to eat their veggies.


Queen Charity
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The flavors were well-balanced and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


MARIO MONTOYA
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The combination of tomatoes, basil, and two cheeses was perfect. I loved the creamy texture of the sauce and the al dente pasta. I will definitely be making this again.