Creamy Fresh Tomato Penne
Cuisine
Italian
Servings
2 Persons
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Difficulty
Beginner Level
Creamy Fresh Tomato Penne is an easy Italian-inspired pasta tossed in a rich tomato cream sauce with melted cheese and fresh herbs.
Tags: pasta, penne, tomato pasta, creamy pasta, Italian pasta, easy dinner, quick dinner, comfort food
Categories: PASTA
Ingredients
- 200 g penne, cooked al dente
- 5 ripe tomatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- ½ red onion, diced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 50 g shredded mozzarella & Parmesan blend
- 150 ml heavy cream
Cooking Instructions
- 01
1. Steam & Peel
- 02
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the whole tomatoes and diced red onion. Cover with a lid and cook for 3–4 minutes, until the tomato skins loosen. Carefully peel off and discard the skins.
- 03
2. Season & Mash
- 04
Add the salt, black pepper, and 1½ tablespoons of chopped parsley. Mash the tomatoes with a spoon or potato masher until you have a chunky, rustic tomato sauce.
- 05
3. Add Cheese & Cream
- 06
Stir in the shredded mozzarella-Parmesan blend until completely melted. Pour in the heavy cream and stir well until the sauce becomes smooth, creamy, and beautifully pink.
- 07
4. Toss with Pasta
- 08
Add the cooked penne to the creamy tomato sauce. Toss everything together for about 1 minute, making sure every piece of pasta is coated.
- 09
5. Garnish & Serve
- 10
Remove from the heat and garnish with the remaining fresh parsley. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Chef notes
This creamy tomato penne is a simple comfort-food recipe made with ripe tomatoes, cream, cheese, and fresh herbs. The tomatoes create a naturally rich sauce, while the cream and melted cheese give it a smooth, velvety texture. It’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet delicious enough to serve for a cozy family meal.