Home Style Pasta Italiano

Dive into the heart of Italian-inspired comfort food with this ‘Home Style Pasta Italiano’ recipe! Featuring tender al dente penne pasta coated in a rich, homemade tomato sauce, this dish is a celebration of simple yet bold flavors. The sauce, crafted with a blend of crushed tomatoes, garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, simmers to perfection for a depth of flavor that’s irresistibly authentic. A touch of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil elevates every bite, creating a harmonious balance between savory and fresh. Quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet elegant enough for entertaining, this recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and serves four. Serve it up with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh basil for a classic Italian meal that never fails to impress. Perfect for pasta lovers searching for a comforting and homemade Italian dish, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients with effortless charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (finely chopped) white onion
• 4 cloves (minced) garlic
• 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (freshly ground) black pepper
• 10 leaves (chopped; plus extra for garnish) fresh basil leaves
• 50 grams (grated; plus extra for serving) Parmesan cheese
• 4 liters water
• 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling pasta)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 4 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water and stir.

Step 2

Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. This typically takes 9-11 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 6

Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, sugar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 10

Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

Step 11

Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	5525.6 grams (5525.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2192

Total Fat 51.70g	66%
Saturated Fat 13.40g	67%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 10437mg	454%
Total Carbohydrate 367.20g	134%
Dietary Fiber 32.40g	116%
Total Sugars 46.40g
Protein 80.00g	160%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 980mg	75%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 4063mg	86%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.6%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 65.2%