Penne Rosa

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 1 T. butter
• 1 T. garlic, minced
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes, finely chopped, drained and 1/4 c. juice reserved
• 1 t. dried basil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2/3 c. whipping cream
• 1 (8 ounce) pkg. penne rigate pasta, cooked
• 2 T. grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for one minute, until golden. Add tomatoes with reserved juice, basil, salt and pepper; heat to boiling.

Reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes, or until most of liquid is reduced. Stir in cream. Heat through on low heat for one minute, or until thickened.

Toss sauce with cooked pasta; sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately. Serves 4.