Best 7 Semi Instant Penne And Cheese Recipes

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"Semi instant penne and cheese" is a convenient dish that combines the flavors and textures of pasta and cheese in a delightful culinary experience. This article aims to guide you in making the perfect semi instant penne and cheese, offering simple steps, expert recommendations, and creative variations to elevate your cooking skills in the kitchen. Whether you crave a quick weeknight dinner, a comforting lunch, or a hearty side dish, this guide will help you navigate the world of semi instant penne and cheese, ensuring a flavorful and satisfying meal every time.

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FOUR-CHEESE BAKED PENNE



Four-Cheese Baked Penne image

This cheesy pasta dish is comforting, hearty, delicious and-surprise!-meatless. Filling whole grains, low-fat protein and a touch of heat make this recipe a keeper! Serve with a salad and crusty bread. -Janet Elrod, Newnan, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese
1-1/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook penne according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, oregano, rosemary, pepper flakes and pepper. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cool for 15 minutes., Preheat oven to 400°. Drain penne; add to sauce. Stir in cottage cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella and all of the ricotta. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with Parmesan cheese and remaining mozzarella., Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

CHEESY PENNE



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium to large white onion, diced
1 (29 to 32-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley leaves, plus about 12 small sprigs to garnish
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram, or 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, or 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/4 cup cornstarch
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (16-ounce) package penne pasta
1/2 stick (2 ounces, or 1/4 cup) butter, cut into chunks
4 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks
1 large ripe tomato, diced

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
  • Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a medium saucepot, and saute garlic and onion until the onions become translucent, being careful not to burn them. Add crushed tomatoes, fresh parsley, marjoram and thyme. Create a slurry by gradually whisking cornstarch into 1/2 cup water. Add the slurry to the sauce to thicken and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer about 20 minutes, checking periodically to make sure the sauce doesn't burn.
  • While the sauce is cooking, boil the penne until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain through a colander and set aside.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat, and whisk in butter and cream cheese. Add the boiled pasta to the sauce and gently fold in along with the diced tomatoes. Transfer to serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley.

PENNE WITH FIVE CHEESES



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This recipe comes from George Germon and Johanne Killeen and their wonderful cookbook Cucina Simpatica.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup crushed tomatoes in thick tomato puree
1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano (1 1/2 ounces)
1/2 cup shredded imported Italian fontina (1 1/2 ounces)
1/4 cup crumbled Italian Gorgonzola (1 1/2 ounces)
2 tablespoons ricotta cheese
1/4 pound fresh mozzarella, sliced
6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 pound imported penne rigate pasta
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Bring 5 quarts of salted water to a boil in a stockpot.
  • Combine all the ingredients except the penne and butter in a large mixing bowl. Mix well. Drop the penne into the boiling water and parboil for 4 minutes. Drain well in a colander and add to the ingredients in the mixing bowl, tossing to combine. Divide the pasta mixture among 6 shallow ceramic gratin dishes (1 1/2 to 2 cup capacity). Dot with the butter and bake until bubbly and brown on top, 7 to 10 minutes.

THREE-CHEESE & PEPPER PENNE



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This creamy pasta entree comes together in a snap. It makes two casseroles, so you can freeze one or share it with friends. -Jasey McBurnett, Rock Springs, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 casseroles (5 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups 2% milk
2 jars (7 ounces each) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
2 cups shredded mozzarella and provolone cheese
2 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 teaspoon oil until no longer pink. Remove from the skillet. In the same skillet, saute mushrooms in remaining oil until tender., In a Dutch oven, saute garlic in butter for 1 minute. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the red peppers, mozzarella and provolone cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, mushrooms and chicken., Drain pasta; stir into sauce. Divide between two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Sprinkle each with remaining Parmesan cheese., Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. Cover and bake the remaining casserole at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly., To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until bubbly, stirring once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 1002mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

HABANERO PENNE AND CHEESE



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Habanero Penne and Cheese is a spicy, delicious twist on the traditional mac and cheese! Try this for dinner tonight!

Provided by Cleanfreshcuisine

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb penne pasta
1 habanero pepper, cleaned and finely minced
1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup flour
2 3/4 cups milk
1 1/2 cups shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons dried oregano
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Butter a 9″ x 13″ baking dish; set aside.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse. Set aside in a large bowl.
  • Clean Habanero pepper and mince very finely.
  • Melt 1/4 cup of butter in a medium saucepan. Add minced Habanero and saute for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add flour and whisk well until smooth.
  • Pour in milk, oregano and pepper and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Add cheese and stir until melted.
  • Pour over pasta and mix well together.
  • Place pasta mixture into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and dot with 2 tablespoons of butter.
  • Cover with foil and bake at 350 for 20 minutes. Serve immediately.
  • One 9″ x 13″ baking pan or 8 to 10 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.4, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 53.5, Sodium 307.4, Carbohydrate 61.9, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 14.4

CREAMY BAKED PENNE AND CHEESE



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In this easy family favorite, penne pasta is baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce under a crispy topping of rye bread cubes.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Pasta by Shape

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 medium (4-1/8" long)s green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 (270 g) tub PHILADELPHIA Original Cooking Creme
½ cup KRAFT 100% Parmesan Shredded Cheese
½ cup shredded CRACKER BARREL Extra Old Cheddar Cheese
2 slices light rye bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. Drain pasta, reserving 1/3 cup cooking water.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in large saucepan on medium heat. Add onions and thyme; cook and stir 5 min. Add reserved cooking water, Cooking Creme and cheeses; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until cheeses are melted. Add pasta; mix lightly. Transfer to 9-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Drizzle remaining oil over bread cubes; toss to coat. Sprinkle over pasta mixture.
  • Bake 12 min. or until pasta mixture is heated through and bread topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.2 calories, Carbohydrate 51.4 g, Cholesterol 51.4 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 618.7 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

INSTANT POT CHEESY PENNE PASTA



Instant Pot Cheesy Penne Pasta image

Provided by Six Sisters

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups chicken broth
2 cloves garlic (minced)
Salt and pepper (to taste)
16 ounces penne pasta (uncooked)
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh basil and shredded Parmesan for garnish (if desired)

Steps:

  • Pour chicken broth, garlic, salt, pepper, and penne pasta into Instant Pot. Secure the lid, switch the knob to "sealing" and cook on "manual" for 5 minutes.
  • When it is done cooking, let the pot do a natural release for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and pour in evaporated milk and marinara sauce. Stir the sauce into the pasta so that all the pasta is covered evenly.
  • Add in Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese and stir until cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately and top with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 3284 kcal, Fat 99 g, SaturatedFat 51 g, Cholesterol 286 mg, Sodium 6417 mg, Carbohydrate 436 g, Sugar 99 g, Protein 158 mg

Tips:

  • For a creamy sauce, use a high-quality cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan.
  • If you don't have any heavy cream, you can substitute milk or evaporated milk.
  • To make the sauce even cheesier, add a tablespoon or two of grated Parmesan cheese.
  • If you like your sauce spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
  • For a more flavorful sauce, use a combination of different cheeses, such as cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, cook it for a few minutes longer or add a tablespoon or two of flour.
  • If you want a thinner sauce, add a little bit of milk or water.
  • Serve the pasta with a side of garlic bread or a salad.

Conclusion:

Semi-instant penne and cheese is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great dish to make for a crowd. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give semi-instant penne and cheese a try. You won't be disappointed!

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