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Pasta in Creamy Tomato Sauce

This creamy tomato basil penne pasta combines al dente penne with a rich white sauce, tangy tomato ketchup, and a medley of fresh ingredients, offering a delightful balance of flavors. This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.

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Main IngredientsPenne pasta, White sauce
CuisineItalian
CourseNoodles and Pastas
Prep Time11-15 minutes
Cook time11-15 minutes
Serve4
TasteMild
Level of CookingModerate
OthersVeg

Ingredients

  • 2 cups penne pasta, boiled
  • 1 cup white sauce
  • 4 medium tomatoes,chopped
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 4 teaspoons tomato ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red chillies + for garnishing
  • Salt to taste
  • 6-7 fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped+ for garnishing 
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese powder

Method

  1. Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan, add garlic and sauté for two minutes.
  2. Add crushed red chillies and mix. Add tomatoes and tomato puree and mix well.
  3. Add salt and roughly chopped basil leaves, mix well and cook till the tomatoes turn pulpy.
  4. Add white sauce and mix well. Add tomato ketchup and mix well.
  5. Add penne pasta, mix well and cook for two minutes. Adjust salt if required.
  6. Add Parmesan cheese powder and mix well.
  7. Transfer into a serving bowl and serve hot garnished with crushed red chillies and basil leaves.

Nutrition Info

Calories1014
Carbohydrates34.9
Protein135.4
Fat36.9
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