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The BEST Italian Penne al Pomodoro Recipe
This Tomato Pasta Recipe is so simple and easy to make any night of the week.
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Step 1
Sauté Sliced Garlic, Chiles de Arbol, and Tomato Paste
Garlic, tomato paste, and dried chiles layer tons of flavor into this Penne al Pomodoro Recipe.
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Step 2
Add WHOLE Tomatoes then mash them up and simmer.
Let them simmer for 10 minutes to soften before trying to mash them with a potato masher.
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Step 3
Combine the Pomodoro Sauce with Cooked Pasta
I love penne because it's traditional, but you can use any short shape. You can even combine shapes!
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Step 4
Top the Penne al Pomodoro with Fresh Basil
The basil should be added to the TOP of the Pomodoro since heat completely diminishes the flavor.
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