Best 6 Pats Simple Penne Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with Pat's Simple Penne, a flavorful and versatile pasta dish that promises a symphony of taste in every bite. This classic Italian dish features tender penne pasta cooked to perfection, generously coated in a luscious and creamy tomato sauce brimming with garden-fresh tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a hint of garlic. As you twirl your fork around the pasta, the rich sauce clings lovingly, enveloping each noodle in a burst of tangy, savory goodness. The recipe offers variations to suit every palate and dietary preference: from a classic meatless marinara to a hearty meat sauce or a creamy Alfredo sauce, there's something for every pasta lover. Embrace the simplicity of Pat's Simple Penne and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PASTA WITH PUMPKIN AND SAUSAGE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon
1 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage
4 cloves garlic, cracked and chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 bay leaf, fresh or dried
4 to 6 sprigs sage leaves, cut into chiffonade, about 2 tablespoons
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup chicken stock, canned or paper container
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup (3 turns around the pan) heavy cream
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, ground or freshly grated
Coarse salt and black pepper
1 pound penne rigate, cooked to al dente
Romano or Parmigiano, for grating
Pumpernickel or whole grain bread, as an accompaniment
Spinach Salad with Apple and Red Onion, as an accompaniment, recipe follows
1 pound triple-washed spinach, de-stemmed
1 small Golden Delicious apple, quartered, cored, and sliced
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons (a couple of splashes) apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon grain mustard
1 tablespoon (a good drizzle) honey
Coarse salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large, deep nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and brown the sausage in it. Transfer sausage to paper towel lined plate. Drain fat from skillet and return pan to the stove. Add the remaining tablespoon oil, and then the garlic and onion. Saute 3 to 5 minutes until the onions are tender.
  • Add bay leaf, sage, and wine to the pan. Reduce wine by half, about 2 minutes. Add stock and pumpkin and stir to combine, stirring sauce until it comes to a bubble. Return sausage to pan, reduce heat, and stir in cream. Season the sauce with the cinnamon and nutmeg, and salt and pepper, to taste. Simmer mixture 5 to 10 minutes to thicken sauce.
  • Return drained pasta to the pot you cooked it in. Remove the bay leaf from sauce and pour the sausage pumpkin sauce over pasta. Combine sauce and pasta and toss over low heat for 1 minute. Garnish the pasta with lots of shaved cheese and sage leaves.
  • Serve pumpkin sausage pasta with pumpernickel or whole grain bread and Spinach Salad with Apple and Red Onion.
  • Place spinach, apple, and onion in a salad bowl. Place oil, vinegar, mustard and honey in a small plastic container and fit lid on container. Shake dressing to combine, 1 minute. Pour dressing over salad, toss, and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

PENNE WITH TOMATO SAUCE PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Penne With Tomato Sauce Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, medium onion, red chili flakes, garlic, crushed tomato, salt, penne pasta

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ medium onion, finely diced
½ teaspoon red chili flakes
1 clove garlic, minced
14 oz crushed tomato, 1 can
salt, to taste
½ lb penne pasta

Steps:

  • Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and onion, and cook until the onion is translucent, 8-10 minutes.
  • Add the chile flakes and garlic, and cook for another 2 minutes, until fragrant. Stir in tomatoes and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Save ½ cup (120 ml) of pasta water, then drain.
  • Add the drained pasta to the sauce. Stir well, adding a little pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Season with salt to taste.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 7 grams

PENNE PASTA SALAD



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I came up with this recipe one day while experimenting in my kitchen. This salad makes a great side dish with just about any kind of meat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, green pepper, onions and olives. Stir in pasta. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 608mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

SIMPLE PENNE PASTA



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Made with five ingredients, this simple but delicious pasta dish is ready in just 20 minutes. Get out the garlic and fresh basil and let's get started.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Pasta

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup penne pasta, uncooked
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup frozen BOCA Veggie Ground Crumbles
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, cook remaining ingredients in skillet on medium-high heat 5 min. or until crumbles are cooked through (160ºF), stirring frequently.
  • Drain pasta; serve topped with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 1230 mg, Carbohydrate 43 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 10 g, Protein 20 g

EASY PENNE PASTA BAKE



Easy Penne Pasta Bake image

Make and share this Easy Penne Pasta Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookinMamaof3

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, chopped
28 ounces canned tomatoes, diced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Prepare penne in boiling, salted water as directed on package. Drain and set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350. Lightly grease 9 x 13 casserole.
  • Heat olive oil in medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and saute until tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and oregano and cook until heated through.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Combine penne, sauce and 1 cup mozzarella; mix well.
  • Pour into greased casserole and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes at 350.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.6, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 29.5, Sodium 406.5, Carbohydrate 68.3, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 4.6, Protein 15.2

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

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions, or until it is al dente (firm to the bite).
  • Use a large skillet or pot: A large skillet or pot will help to prevent the pasta from sticking together.
  • Season the pasta water: Adding salt to the pasta water will help to flavor the pasta.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: If you are cooking a lot of pasta, cook it in batches.
  • Serve the pasta immediately: Pasta is best served immediately after it is cooked.

Conclusion:

Pat's Simple Penne is a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and quick cooking time, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Pat's Simple Penne a try.

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