Penne with Chilli, Tomato & Butter Sauce
/Recipe by Michael Weldon
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
1 pack San Remo Penne
3 tbs butter
1 onion, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1 tsp dried chilli flakes
2 tbs tomato paste
1 tin crushed tomatoes
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ cup cream
¼ bunch basil, plus extra for garnish
Coles sea salt
Coles black pepper
Parmesan cheese
Method
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the packet instructions.
In a large frying pan, heat 2 tbs of butter with a splash of olive oil. Add the onion and cook until very soft. Stir in the garlic and fry until fragrant. Add the chilli flakes and tomato paste, cooking briefly to enhance the flavours. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and dried oregano, cooking over medium heat until the sauce thickens. Add the cream and basil, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer the cooked pasta directly into the frying pan with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding a splash of pasta water if needed. Stir in the remaining butter and toss until the pasta is well coated.
Serve topped with extra basil and parmesan cheese.
