Simple & Delicious Penne Alla Checca Recipe

Name: Simple & Delicious Penne Alla Checca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 g penne pasta; 4 firm ripe tomatoes; 8 -10 basil leaves; 2 teaspoons fresh oregano; 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leave; 3 minced garlic cloves; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; salt & fresh ground pepper; 150 g mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

250 g penne pasta
4 firm ripe tomatoes
8 -10 basil leaves
2 teaspoons fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leave
3 minced garlic cloves
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt & fresh ground pepper
150 g mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

1
Boil the tomatoes for about 4-5 minutes. Not fully cooked just until they kinda crack and the tomato skin come off easy. Peel them, get the seeds out and then dice them.
2
In a large bowl: Add the diced tomatoes, the fresh basil, oregano and thyme finely chopped, the garlic and the extra virgin olive oil.
3
Salt and pepper for taste. Mix all the ingredients and to combine this delicious flavors just put them away for a bit -- while the pasta is cooking.
4
Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente or just follow the package instructions.
5
Cut the mozzarella cheese into 1/2 inch cubes.
6
When the pasta is ready, save a 1/4 cup of pasta water, just in case the sauce looks a little dry or if you just want it a little more saucy.
7
Drain pasta.
8
Toss the hot pasta in the bowl with the fresh tomato mixture, add the mozzarella then toss again. Add pasta water if necesary.
9
Plate, sprinkle some parmesan cheese on top and enjoy!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 250 g penne pasta, 4 firm ripe tomatoes, 8 -10 basil leaves, 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, and more.

Yes, Simple & Delicious Penne Alla Checca 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.

Simple & Delicious Penne Alla Checca

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