Yalla Market
Creamy Tomato Penne Recipe
⏱ 20 mins
Easy
4 servings
Yalla! A delicious dinner in just 20 minutes? Absolutely! This Creamy Tomato Penne is a lifesaver on busy evenings. It's rich, comforting, and incredibly quick to whip up, making it perfect for a satisfying meal without the fuss. The creamy tomato sauce clings beautifully to the penne, creating a dish that's both hearty and flavorful. You'll love how simple yet elegant this feels!
Ingredients
- Filiz Penne Pasta Buy: Filiz Penne Pasta · ₺30.99
- Tat Tomato Paste Buy: Tat Tomato Paste Large · ₺88.99
- Puck Cream Cheese Buy: Puck Cream · ₺89.99
- onion Buy: Onion Powder · ₺55.99
- garlic Buy: Garlic Marinated Chicken · ₺149.99
- Biryağ Sunflower Oil Buy: Biryağ Sunflower Oil Large · ₺299.99
- salt Buy: Salt · ₺29.99
- black pepper Buy: Ground Black Pepper · ₺89.99
- rosemary
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the Filiz Penne Pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente (usually 10-12 minutes). Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While the pasta cooks, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of Biryağ Sunflower Oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in 3 tablespoons of Tat Tomato Paste and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, to deepen its flavor.
- Reduce the heat to low. Add 100g of Puck Cream Cheese to the pan, stirring until it melts and combines smoothly with the tomato mixture.
- Gradually whisk in about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water until you achieve a smooth, creamy sauce consistency. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more pasta water.
- Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of dried rosemary to taste.
- Add the drained penne pasta to the pan with the sauce. Toss gently to coat all the pasta evenly.
- Serve immediately, perhaps with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if you have some on hand!
- Approximate nutrition per serving (4 servings): 470 calories, 13g protein, 58g carbohydrates, 21g fat.
Pro Tips
- For an extra layer of flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
- Don't overcook your pasta! Al dente pasta holds its shape better and absorbs the sauce beautifully.
- If you like a thinner sauce, simply add a bit more of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Don't skip reserving the pasta water! The starch in the water helps the sauce emulsify and cling beautifully to the pasta.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of sugar to the tomato sauce to balance the acidity of the tomato paste.
- Feel free to add a pinch of Oncu Hot Pepper Paste along with the tomato paste for a little kick!
- Don't skip reserving the pasta water! The starch in the water helps the sauce emulsify beautifully and cling perfectly to the pasta.
- For a richer, more balanced flavor, a tiny pinch of sugar (¼ teaspoon) can be added to the tomato sauce to mellow the acidity of the tomato paste.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a small dollop of hot pepper paste along with the tomato paste for a subtle kick of heat.
- Fresh herbs like chopped basil or parsley make an excellent garnish and add a burst of freshness to the finished dish.