Easy Penne Pomodoro Recipe made with Pantry Staples!

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

Pour the can of tomatoes into a bowl with a fine mesh strainer in the center.

Squeeze the tomatoes to release the juice, separating them from the seeds.

Add olive oil to a skillet or deep-sided pot.

Saute onions in the skillet until slightly softened.

Add minced garlic to the onions and sauté for a few minutes until fragrant.

Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet and sauté until they turn a deep burgundy color, enhancing their flavor.

Stir in about half of the parmesan cheese to emulsify the sauce and add creaminess.

Add 2 to 4 tablespoons of butter to the sauce and stir until melted for richness and glossiness.

Sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese on top and let it melt, creating a stringy texture.

Garnish the dish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens