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One-pot Penne with Creamy Basil-Garlic Sauce

This one-pot creamy basil-garlic penne, enriched with AdVital Nutritionally Complete Neutral Powder for added nutrition, combines al dente pasta, a flavourful basil cream sauce, and fresh cherry tomatoes for a quick and delicious vegetarian meal ready in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Mains
Energy 3260kJ

Equipment

  • 1 Saucepan
  • 1 Large Pot
  • 1 Spatula
  • Set Measuring Cups
  • 1 Grater

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 6 Cloves Minced Garlic
  • 4 Cups Vegetable Broth
  • 2 Cups Thickened Cream
  • 500 g Penne Pasta
  • 1 Cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 4 tbsp Basil Leaves
  • 2 tsp Table Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Flakes
  • 1/2 Cup Cherry Tomatoes
  • 75 g AdVital Nutritionally Complete Neutral Powder, 3 Scoops

Instructions
 

Make the Sauce:

  • In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth and heavy cream. Stir the mixture and bring to a gentle boil.

Cook the Pasta:

  • Boil the penne pasta in a separate pot for 5 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta and add it to the saucepan with the sauce.

Cook Together:

  • Cook for another 10 minutes on medium heat until the sauce has thickened.
  • Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Incorporate the Cheese:

  • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it is melted and well combined.

Adjust Seasoning:

  • Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh basil leaves and cherry tomatoes.

Enjoy:

  • Serve the creamy basil-garlic penne hot, with extra grated Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
One-pot Penne with Creamy Basil-Garlic Sauce
Serving Size
 
362.19 g
Amount per Serving
Energy
 
3260
kJ
41
%
Calories
785
% Daily Value*
Protein
 
25.3
g
51
%
Fat
 
44.8
g
69
%
Saturated Fat
 
26
g
163
%
Carbohydrates
 
70.2
g
23
%
Sugar
 
7.5
g
8
%
Sodium
 
1270
mg
55
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 8000 kJ diet.
Keyword Quick meal
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