Ingredients

2 1/2

cups uncooked penne pasta (8 ounces)

2

teaspoons olive or vegetable oil

2

garlic cloves, finely chopped

1

pound roma (plum) tomato, coarsely chopped (6 medium)

1

tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves

1/4

teaspoon salt

1/8

teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Preparation

Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.

While pasta is cooking, heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook garlic in oil 30 seconds, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatoes. Cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until tomatoes are soft and sauce is slightly thickened. Stir in basil, salt and pepper. Cook 1 minute. Serve sauce over pasta.