Baked penne with fennel is an easy and flavorful pasta dish that's a perfect weeknight meal or casual lunch. The combination of roasted fennel, sweet sausage, and creamy cheese sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. This hearty dish can be fully customized to your liking, with options for adding or omitting meat, adjusting the level of spice, and choosing your favorite type of pasta. We've also included a vegetarian version of the recipe, so everyone can enjoy this delicious baked penne dish.
In addition to the classic baked penne with fennel recipe, we're also sharing three variations:
* Baked penne with fennel and sausage: This version adds savory sausage to the dish for an extra layer of flavor.
* Baked penne with fennel and vegetables: A vegetarian version of the dish that's packed with healthy veggies like zucchini, carrots, and bell peppers.
* Baked penne with fennel and pesto: A lighter version of the dish that uses pesto as the sauce instead of a cheese sauce.
No matter which variation you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile pasta dish. So gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to make some baked penne with fennel!
BAKED PENNE WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- On a baking sheet, toss the peppers, zucchini, squash, mushrooms, and onions with olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and dried herbs. Roast until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook for about 6 minutes. Since you will be cooking the pasta a second time in the oven, you want to make sure the inside is still hard. Drain in a colander.
- In a large bowl, toss the drained pasta with the roasted vegetables, marinara sauce, cheeses, peas, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Using a wooden spoon, gently mix, until all the pasta is coated with the sauce and the ingredients are combined.
- Pour the pasta into a greased 9 by 13-inch pan. Top with the remaining 1/3 cup Parmesan and butter pieces. Bake until top is golden and cheese melts, about 25 minutes.
BAKED PENNE
If you can boil water, then you can make this easy Baked Penne! It's a simple vegetarian casserole with layers of pasta, sauce and three different cheeses.
Provided by Blair Lonergan
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water just until al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain and return to pot. Stir in marinara sauce and toss to coat.
- In a medium bowl, stir together ricotta, eggs and Parmesan cheese. Add basil, salt, garlic powder and pepper; stir to combine.
- Layer half of the pasta mixture in the prepared baking dish. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the pasta. Spoon the remaining pasta over the ricotta. Sprinkle mozzarella on top.
- Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes (or until hot and bubbly).
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /8 of the casserole, Calories 415.9 kcal, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Protein 22.3 g, Fat 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Cholesterol 77.8 mg, Sodium 730.6 mg, Fiber 3.9 g, Sugar 5.8 g, UnsaturatedFat 3.4 g
BAKED PENNE
This version of the Italian-inspired classic dish combines ground beef, peppers, and sauteed onions, baked with penne and PHILADELPHIA Italian Cheese and Herb Cooking Creme, and topped with Mozzarella cheese.
Provided by Philadelphia
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Brown meat with vegetables in large nonstick skillet. Stir in spaghetti sauce, 3/4 cup cooking creme and 1/2 cup mozzarella: cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until mozzarella is melted. Add pasta; mix lightly.
- Spoon into 2-qt. casserole; top with remaining cooking creme and mozzarella. Cover.
- Bake 20 min. or until heated through, uncovering after 15 min.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.2 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 922 mg, Sugar 11.3 g
PENNE WITH FENNEL AND TUNA
Provided by Jacques Pepin
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, pastas, main course
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot, bring 3 quarts of unsalted water to a boil. Add fennel, bring water back to a boil, and cook for 3 minutes. Remove fennel with a slotted spoon, and reserve cooking liquid in pot.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet until hot but not smoking. Add onion, and saute it for one minute. Then add garlic and cook for 10 seconds. Add the drained fennel, the tuna (crumbled into one-inch pieces) with its juices, parsley, pepper and salt. Combine well, and transfer mixture to a bowl large enough to hold the cooked pasta.
- Bring fennel cooking liquid back to a boil, and add pasta. Return liquid to a boil, and continue to boil pasta for about 8 minutes, or until of desired tenderness.
- Add 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking liquid to tuna and fennel mixture. Drain pasta, and add it to the bowl. Toss well and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 481, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 622 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh fennel for the best flavor. Fennel bulbs should be firm and white, with no brown spots.
- Sauté the fennel and onion in olive oil until they are soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Use a good quality marinara sauce. You can make your own or use a store-bought brand that you like.
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package directions.
- Stir the cooked pasta, marinara sauce, sautéed fennel and onion, and grated Parmesan cheese together in a large bowl until well combined.
- Pour the pasta mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Top with additional grated Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs.
- Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the baked penne cool for a few minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Baked penne with fennel is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. The fennel adds a unique and flavorful twist to the classic pasta dish. This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated, making it a great option for busy families. Serve with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.
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