BLUSHING PENNE PASTA

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I reworked this recipe from an original that called for vodka and heavy whipping cream. My friends and family had a hard time believing a sauce this rich, flavorful and creamy could be light. -Margaret Wilson, Hemet, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream, divided
1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return to pot., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat; saute onion until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Add herbs and salt; cook and stir 1 minute. Add 1 cup cream, wine and tomato paste; cook and stir until blended., Mix flour and remaining cream until smooth; gradually stir into onion mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese. Stir into pasta. Serve with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Kristin Krishanth
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This pasta dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The sauce was creamy and delicious, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Likhona Mxhamli
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This pasta dish was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice tang. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Annie Thabethe
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This pasta dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very creamy and the sun-dried tomatoes were a bit too tangy. I would probably make this again, but I would use less cream and maybe some different type of tomato.


Kenneth Thielke
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I'm not usually a fan of penne pasta, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.


Ammr Zebari
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This pasta dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The sauce was creamy and delicious, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Martie Bronkhorst
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I made this pasta for my family and they loved it! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice tang. I would definitely make this again.


Rana umer
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I'm a big fan of sun-dried tomatoes, so I was excited to try this recipe. I was not disappointed! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes were the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Vern Hopkins
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This pasta dish was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice tang. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Ese Obukohwo
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This pasta dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very creamy and the sun-dried tomatoes were a bit too tangy. I would probably make this again, but I would use less cream and maybe some different type of tomato.


Kidest Hassen
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I'm not a big fan of sun-dried tomatoes, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did! The sauce was creamy and delicious, and the sun-dried tomatoes were not overpowering. I would definitely make this again.


Mamoon Ahmad
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This pasta dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The sauce was creamy and delicious, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Thabsile Mathaba
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I made this pasta for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the sun-dried tomatoes. I will definitely be making this again.


Anisha Duplessis
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This blushing penne pasta was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice tang. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


syeda maryam
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pasta turned out perfectly. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Carson Stephen
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This dish was easy to make and had a great flavor. I used gluten-free penne pasta and it turned out great. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Amir Hossin
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I'm not usually a fan of penne pasta, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, and cream was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again!


Karma Kelzang
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This blushing penne pasta was a hit with my family! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.


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