Tomato Basil Penne Pasta Recipe
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Tomato Basil Penne Pasta

By: timbertiger 
"A Mediterranean-style family staple."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.3 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (40)

Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
25 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon basil oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Cook pasta in boiling water until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  2. Heat basil and olive oils in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook garlic in oil until soft. Add tomatoes, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in pepperjack, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. When cheese begins to melt, mix in cooked penne pasta. Season with fresh basil.

Footnotes

  • Cook's note:
  • Use 2 tablespoons olive oil if basil oil is unavailable.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 502 | Total Fat: 24.8g | Cholesterol: 58mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2009 by stella_illuminata   view full review
So delicious and very versatile! I made this last night for dinner modifying it to fit what I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2009 by Chris From Kent, WA   view full review
I was a little hesitant to try this but it was absolutely delicious and I gave it 5 stars. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2009 by ~NorCal Mom~ Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This is a great pasta dish! I added yellow squash and zucchini (because I do to everything...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2009 by JFICKES   view full review
I really enjoyed this recipe! I made the following changes: Smart Taste Rotini instead of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 3, 2011 by Lizblaise   view full review
So good. I had fresh chicken that I added as well and it made the dish a little more filling....
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2011 by MySweetCreations Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I loved the ingredients when I saw this recipe, but I didn't end up loving the recipe itself...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2010 by Emily G   view full review
WAY TOO MUCH CHEESE!!! Seriously. I used the amt called for and it was overwhelming. I'd halve...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2011 by Lance33   view full review
This recipe did NOT turn out the way I thought it would. It was bland and the cheese was very...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2011 by Leah   view full review
loved it! Didn't have all the cheeses so used one slice of veggie pepperjack, 1/2 cup of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2011 by terrimello   view full review
Really good, and super easy. I added a can of diced tomatoes and served with grilled chicken...

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