BASIL LOVER'S TOMATO CREAM PENNE

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Categories     Basil     Pasta     Tomato     Dinner     Sauté

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces Penne pasta
3 ounces Pancetta, chopped
1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
26 ounces Tomato and basil sauce
1 clove Garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup Dry white wine
1/2 cup Half and half
3/4 cup Basil leaves, torn and divided
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook penne according to package directions; drain and return to pot.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat pancetta in large skillet over medium heat for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove pancetta from skillet; set aside. Heat oil in same skillet; sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
  • Stir in tomato and basil sauce and wine; bring to boil. Simmer 4 minutes over low heat. Remove from heat; stir in half and half. Stir in 1/2 cup basil, salt and pepper.
  • Add sauce mixture to hot penne; toss. Transfer to serving platter; top with pancetta and remaining 1/4 cup basil.

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