Penne With Tomatoes, Olives And Two Cheeses

Directions

1. 1
   Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Add onion and garlic and saute for a few minutes until onion is translucent.
3. 3
   Add tomatoes, basil and crushed red pepper.
4. 4
   (See note below about the pepper).
5. 5
   Crush tomatoes with a potato masher to break into smaller pieces.
6. 6
   Add broth and bring to a boil.
7. 7
   Reduce heat and simmer until sauce is reduced to 6 cups, stirring occasionally.
8. 8
   This will take about an hour.
9. 9
   Season to taste with salt and pepper.
10. 10
    When sauce is close to done, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until it is just tender but still a little bit firm to the bite.
11. 11
    Drain pasta and toss with remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
12. 12
    Stir in pasta mixing thoroughly.
13. 13
    Mix in Havarti cheese.
14. 14
    Pour into 13x9/2-inch glass baking dish.
15. 15
    Sprinkle top with olives and then the Parmesan cheese.
16. 16
    Bake at 350° until heated thoroughly, about 30 minutes.
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    Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.
18. 18
    Note: Use your best judgment about the crushed red pepper.
19. 19
    I found 1 1/2 teaspoons quite spicy.
20. 20
    My whole family can enjoy this dish if I only use 1 teaspoon.