Basic Parmesan Pomodoro Recipe

Name: Basic Parmesan Pomodoro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 5 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed; 3 large, full stems basil; Three 14-ounce cans peeled cherry tomatoes; 1 carrot, peeled and halved; 8 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano rind, cut into 3-inch pieces; Kosher salt; 1 pound penne rigate pasta; 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for serving; 3 to 4 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

1
Heat a medium nonreactive saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Add 1/3 cup of the oil and the garlic, and reduce the heat to medium.
3
Cook the garlic, stirring often and mashing gently with a wooden spoon, until golden brown and beginning to soften, 5 minutes.
4
Add the basil, tomatoes and their juices, the carrots and cheese rinds.
5
Stir with a wooden spoon to combine.
6
Bring to a simmer and adjust the heat to maintain a simmer.
7
Cook for 35 minutes stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
8
Add 1 teaspoon of the salt.
9
Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
10
Remove the rinds, carrots and basil.
11
At this point you can use an immersion blender to puree slightly or leave it as a chunky sauce.
12
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
13
Cook the penne 2 minutes less than the package directions.
14
Meanwhile, rewarm the sauce in a large, straight-sided skillet set over medium heat.
15
Using a spider, strain the pasta from the water and add it directly into the pan with sauce, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
16
Before stirring, sprinkle the pasta with the grated cheese.
17
Toss the pasta, cheese and sauce together.
18
Add the butter, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and the reserved pasta water and continue to cook until the sauce is creamy and the pasta is al dente.
19
Serve topped with more cheese if desired.

1292

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 5 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed, 3 large, full stems basil, Three 14-ounce cans peeled cherry tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Basic Parmesan Pomodoro falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Basic Parmesan Pomodoro

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