Tomato Basil Penne Pasta

This penne pasta is made with sweet grape tomatoes slow-simmered with garlic, then mixed with 3 cheeses to create a Mediterranean-style pasta dish.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 502 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
• 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
• 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon basil oil
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Cook pasta in boiling water until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Gather all ingredients.

Step 3

Heat both oils in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until soft, 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add tomatoes, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in pepper Jack, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.

Step 6

When cheese begins to melt, mix in cooked penne pasta.

Step 7

Season with fresh basil.