How to Make Cherry Tomato Sauce with Penne - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something so comforting about a big bowl of pasta smothered in a rich, flavorful sauce. And when that sauce is made with fresh, ripe cherry tomatoes, it's even better. This Cherry Tomato Sauce with Penne recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of summer in a hearty and satisfying dish.

Using cherry tomatoes in this sauce brings a wonderful sweetness and brightness to the dish. Their natural juiciness and vibrant color make for a beautiful and tasty sauce that...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes (such as Sun Gold)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 14 ounces penne pasta
  • ½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Combine cherry tomatoes, oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook and stir until garlic is just toasted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour chicken broth into tomato mixture; bring to a simmer and cook until tomatoes start to collapse and burst, about 10 minutes. Stir in oregano and red pepper flakes. Purée tomato mixture with a stick blender until sauce is smooth. Cover to keep warm and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Add penne to tomato sauce in the saucepan; stir until penne is well coated with sauce. Stir in Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    475 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 9mg
    • Sodium: 204mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 76g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 148mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 385mg