Creamy Tomato Pasta

Name: Creamy Tomato Pasta
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 400g penne; 1 x 360g jar of Ballymaloe 100 Recipe Sauce; 100g light cream cheese; 1 bunch fresh basil leaves; 1 punnet cherry plum tomatoes; chilli flakes or jalapeno peppers (optional)

Serves 4

Cook: 15 mins

400g penne

1 x 360g jar of Ballymaloe 100 Recipe Sauce

100g light cream cheese

1 bunch fresh basil leaves

1 punnet cherry plum tomatoes

chilli flakes or jalapeno peppers (optional)

Method

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook according to packet instructions.

Step 2

Pour the jar of Ballymaloe 100 Recipe Sauce into a large saucepan on a medium heat. Stir in the light cream cheese and simmer while the penne cooks. Season to taste.

Step 3

Drain the penne and add it to the sauce in the pan, tossing to coat.

Chef's Tips

Divide the pasta among four pasta bowls and grate over plenty of Parmesan cheese.

Serving Suggestions & Notes

For a healthier alternative, use wholewheat pasta.