One Pot Penne Pomodoro

By á-5080

Ingredients

• 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
• 4 plum tomatoes, chopped, 2 cups OR 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes with basil and oregano
• 4 Tbs. butter
• 1 Tbs. chopped garlic, about 4 large cloves
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• shaved Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. In pot with tall sides, preferably a non-stick pot, combine pasta, chopped tomatoes, water, diced tomatoes with their juices, butter, garlic, basil, kosher salt and pepper.

2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

3. Boil 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente and a brothy sauce has formed, stirring occasionally.

4. Serve with shaved Parmesan cheese.