Best 6 Penne Al Formaggio Recipes

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Penne al formaggio, also known as pasta al formaggio or cheesy pasta, is a classic Italian dish that is loved by people of all ages. It is a simple yet flavorful pasta dish that is made with a few basic ingredients, including penne pasta, cheese, milk, and butter. The dish can be prepared in a variety of ways, and there are many different recipes available. This article will explore some of the best recipes for penne al formaggio, providing tips and tricks for creating a delicious and memorable meal.

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PASTA AI QUATTRO FORMAGGI



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Salt
1 tablespoon salted butter
12 white button mushrooms, very thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, grated
1/2 cup white wine
1 pound angel hair pasta
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated fontina cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
1/2 cup goat cheese (chevre)
Freshly ground black pepper
Minced fresh parsley, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add the butter to a large skillet over medium heat and add the mushrooms and garlic. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes, then add the wine and cook until evaporated.
  • Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions, leaning toward the al dente side. Do not overcook; this will take 1 to 2 minutes!
  • Add the cream to the skillet with the mushrooms. Drain the pasta (reserving some of the pasta water) and add the pasta to the mushrooms, along with the fontina, Parmesan, Romano, goat cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Stir gently to combine, adding hot pasta water as needed for consistency. Don't overmix; if there are little clumps of cheese here and there, it's fine! Taste and add more salt if needed. The mixing stage should happen very quickly.
  • Turn the pasta out into a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.

GARLIC PENNE PASTA



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This recipe is so easy to make, tastes great and is a big hit at dinner time. It's even a hit as leftovers! It uses simple ingredients that you always have on hand and you can replace the penne with any pasta you want.

Provided by Taliesen

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
¼ cup olive oil, divided
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and return to pot.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and parsley for about 1 minute. Season with red pepper flakes and black pepper. Stir into cooked pasta, along with remaining olive oil. Top with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 52.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

PENNE AI QUATTRO FORMAGGI (MAC 'N' CHEESE)



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 10 kid-size servings or 4 to 6 main servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt
1 cup whole milk
4 ounces gorgonzola, cut into small cubes
4 ounces taleggio, cut into small cubes
2 ounces gruyere, grated
2 ounces Parmesan, grated, plus more for topping
1 pound mezze pasta (short penne)
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup plain dried breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Adjust the oven rack to the top shelf. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Heat the milk in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cheeses to the hot milk and start melting. With a wooden spoon, stir gently but continuously, until all the cheeses are melted together.
  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook your pasta according to the directions on the box, and, as always, to make sure you achieve a proper "al dente" texture, drain it about 2 minutes before what is indicated.
  • Toss the penne and the cheese sauce together, season with salt and a generous amount of ground black pepper. Divide the penne between ten 6-ounce ramekins. Top with a light sprinkling of breadcrumbs and a grating of Parmesan.
  • Turn the broiler on high and broil until golden and crisp on top, 3 to 5 minutes.

PENNE AL FUNGHI PORCINI (PIERCE BROSNAN'S FAVE)



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This is a recipe from Pierce Brosnan's favorite Santa Monica restaurant, Il Ristorante di Giorgio Baldi, and said to be one of his favorite dishes.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Penne

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 fresh porcini mushrooms, sliced (or dried and reconstituted in 1/2 cup water, save the soaking liquid)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
salt and black pepper
1/2 cup white wine
1 cup chopped peeled tomatoes, liquid drained
1 lb dry penne pasta
2 tablespoons grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, plus more for passing

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and sauté the sliced porcini mushrooms with the garlic and parsley till tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the wine and let it all simmer until the wine evaporates, about 5-8 minutes. Add the tomatoes(If you have used reconstituted porcini mushrooms, add the reserved soaking liquid now) and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, boil the penne until al dente. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce together with the grated cheese. Let cook for 2 minutes at low heat. Taste for seasoning.
  • Serve piping hot. Pass extra cheese for sprinkling. Enjoy!

PRETTY PENNE HAM SKILLET RECIPE



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Provided by á-49278

Number Of Ingredients 12

16 oz penne pasta
2 packages of diced cubed fully cooked ham
1-2 large sweet red pepper (diced)
1 medium onion (diced, optional)
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves (minced)
14.5 oz chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the ham, red pepper, onion, basil and oregano in oil and butter for 4-6 minutes (ham and veggies are tender). Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer. 2. Stir in broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes (liquid will be reduced by half). Drain pasta and stir into skillet. Sprinkle with cheese until melted.

PENNE AL FORMAGGIO RECIPE



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Provided by ally_2413

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. Penne
4 tbsp Olive Oil
3/4 c. grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1 c. chicken stock
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
4 c. steamed broccoli, coarsely chopped
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta 'til al dente. Drain. Meanwhile, heat olive oil over in a pan over medium flame. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add broccoli and saute for 1 minute. Add chicken stock, raising flame to high. Stir occasionally and cook until liquid is almost evaporated. Mix pasta with broccoli sauce and season with pepper and cheese.

Tips:

  • For the creamiest sauce, use a high-quality Parmesan cheese.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute milk or half-and-half.
  • To make the dish more flavorful, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a teaspoon of dried oregano.
  • If you want a crispy crust, broil the pasta for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve the pasta immediately, while it's still hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Penne al formaggio is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy sauce, cheesy topping, and al dente pasta, it's the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, penne al formaggio is sure to be a hit.

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