Penne Pasta With Tomatoes And Cheese Recipe

A crowd-pleasing Penne Pasta bake featuring juicy burst tomatoes, creamy Havarti cheese, and a hint of spice! This comforting, flavorful recipe, adapted from a neighborhood fundraising cookbook, freezes beautifully for easy weeknight meals. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 512.6 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 5.0 (10 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Penne Pasta With Tomatoes And Cheese

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How to Make Penne Pasta With Tomatoes And Cheese

  1. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, until softened (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in 28 ounces (794g) canned crushed tomatoes, 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped, and 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, breaking up tomatoes with a spoon.
  5. Add 1 cup chicken broth and return to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  7. While the sauce simmers, cook 1 pound (454g) penne pasta according to package directions. Drain and toss with 3 tablespoons olive oil to prevent sticking.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  9. Gently mix the cooked pasta into the tomato sauce. Stir in 8 ounces (227g) Havarti cheese, shredded.
  10. Pour the pasta mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  11. Sprinkle 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
  12. Bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. This recipe easily serves 4-6.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

16g

Carbs

26g

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