Penne With Tomato Cream Recipe

Name: Penne With Tomato Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; 18-¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree, coarsely chopped; 3 tablespoons vodka (optional); ½ teaspoon salt; ½ cup heavy cream; 1 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1 (16 ounce) package penne or 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta; ½ cup loosely packed fresh basil leaf, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
18-¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons vodka (optional)
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 (16 ounce) package penne or 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
½ cup loosely packed fresh basil leaf, thinly sliced

1
In non-stick 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
2
Add onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
3
Add garlic and crushed red pepper; cook until garlic is golden, about 30 seconds longer.
4
Stir in tomatoes with their puree, vodka if using, and salt; heat to boiling over high heat.
5
Reduce heat and simmer until sauce has thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.
6
Stir in cram and peas; heat to boiling.
7
Meanwhile, in large sauce pot, cook pasta as label directs.
8
Drain.
9
In warm serving bowl, toss pasta with sauce and sprinkle with basil.

471

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 small onion, chopped, 1 garlic clove, finely chopped, 18-¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Penne With Tomato Cream 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Penne With Tomato Cream

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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