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Fast Creamy Tomato Penne

Cost $12, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 20 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta

  • Dairy

    • šŸ§ˆ 2 tablespoons butter
    • 1 cup sour cream

  • Vegetables

    • šŸ§… Ā¼ large white onion, chopped
    • Ā½ large green bell pepper, finely chopped

  • Meat

    • 1 pound ground pork

  • Sauce

    • 1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce

STEPS

1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

2

While the pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; sautƩ until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ground pork and cook until evenly browned and crumbly, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain excess fat and transfer to a bowl.

3

Pour spaghetti sauce into the same pot and heat over medium heat until bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes. Add cooked penne and pork mixture, then stir in sour cream. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

šŸ”„

287

Calories

  • 17g
    Protein
  • 8g
    Carbs
  • 21g
    Fats

šŸ’” Tips

For a healthier option, you can replace sour cream with Greek yogurt.Feel free to add more vegetables, like mushrooms or zucchini, for extra nutrition.If you prefer a spicier version, include red chili flakes while sautƩing the onion and bell pepper.

āš ļø Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.