Easy Tomato Penne

Made with everyday ingredients like tomatoes, garlic, pasta, and parmesan, this dish is both budget-friendly and a guaranteed hit with everyone.

Easy Tomato Penne

SERVES

4

PEOPLE

PREP TIME

10

MINUTES

COOKING TIME

15

MINUTES

Ingredients

  • 200g pasta of choice

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 20g butter

  • 250g tomatoes, cut into cubes (I like cherry tomatoes, but any will do)

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp tomato purĂ©e

  • 1 tbsp dried oregano

  • Pinch of chilli flakes or powder (if you want a little heat)

  • 1 bay leaf, optional

  • 30ml white wine

  • 200ml pasta water (leftover water from cooking your pasta)

  • 100g parmesan, grated, plus extra for serving

  • Handful of freshly chopped basil

  • Salt and freshly ground pepper

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