5.2 liters of water
1 tablespoon of salt
250 grams of penne pasta
For the sauce
2 cans of crushed tomatoes (800g)
4 tablespoons of olive oil
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, cut into strips (15g)
1/3 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (35g)
5.2 liters of water
1 tablespoon of salt
250 grams of penne pasta
For the sauce
2 cans of crushed tomatoes (800g)
4 tablespoons of olive oil
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, cut into strips (15g)
1/3 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (35g)
In a large pot or saucepan, bring the water to a boil with the salt on high heat
Add the pasta and cook until al dente (approximately 7 minutes)
Prepare the sauce: in a medium saucepan, combine the crushed tomatoes with their liquid and let it simmer on high heat for approximately 2 minutes
Reduce the heat to medium and let it cook until thickened (around 15 minutes)
Add the olive oil, salt, and basil and stir
Drain the pasta, transfer it to a bowl, add the sauce and Parmesan cheese, and mix delicately
Serve immediately.