Best 7 Penne Pasta With Tomatoes Herbs And Blue Cheese Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Symphony: Penne Pasta with Tomatoes, Herbs, and Blue Cheese**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors in the form of Penne Pasta with Tomatoes, Herbs, and Blue Cheese. This delectable dish, adorned with the vibrant colors of fresh tomatoes and the aromatic essence of herbs, is a testament to the culinary artistry that awaits you. As you embark on this culinary journey, three distinct recipes await your exploration. Dive into the classic rendition, where simple yet succulent ingredients unite to create a harmonious balance of flavors. Discover the vegetarian delight, where roasted vegetables add a symphony of textures and colors, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. And for those seeking a taste of the extraordinary, the sun-dried tomato pesto variation beckons with its vibrant hues and tantalizing aroma, promising an explosion of flavors that will linger long after the last bite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC AND HERB PENNE PASTA



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Quick, Easy, Delicious Pasta Dinner Ready in 20 Minutes! Loaded with Garlic, Tomato and Cheese!

Provided by Julie Evink

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups penne pasta (uncooked)
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ medium onion (chopped)
1 small tomato (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups milk
2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning (I like to use a fresh mix of oregano, parsley, basil)
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta as per instructions on the box in a large pot of salty water. Drain pasta.
  • While pasta is boiling, heat olive oil, and add in onion, and tomato and cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until onions are translucent.
  • Add the garlic, salt, and pepper and lower heat to medium low, mixing together for 3 minutes.
  • Add the flour, stir into the ingredients, and cook for one minute. Stir in the milk, whisking will stirring in so it doesn't clump, and the Italian seasonings and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and stir occasionally for about 3-4 more minutes. This will allow the sauce to thicken. If it's too thick, add more milk. If it isn't thick enough, add a little bit more flour.
  • Add the hot, drained pasta and the mozzarella cheese and stir until it's all mixed together.
  • Remove from the heat so that it doesn't become too thick, and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 876 kcal, Carbohydrate 106 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Sodium 441 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TOMATO BASIL PENNE PASTA



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A Mediterranean-style family staple.

Provided by Elisa Stamm

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
1 tablespoon basil oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Cook pasta in boiling water until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat basil and olive oils in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook garlic in oil until soft. Add tomatoes, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in pepperjack, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. When cheese begins to melt, mix in cooked penne pasta. Season with fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502.4 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 57.8 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 461.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

PENNE WITH BABY MOZZARELLA, TOMATOES, AND HERBS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces penne rigate or other small tube pasta, like ziti, or short fusilli (corkscrews)
4 sprigs fresh oregano
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 clove garlic, smashed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus as needed
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound baby mozzarella (boconccini), drained
2 tablespoons fruity extra-virgin olive oil, plus for drizzling
3 large ripe tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly chopped
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil over high heat, then salt it generously, add the pasta, and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, strip the leaves from the oregano and thyme sprigs. Chop them together with the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the pepper, and then use the flat side of the knife to mash and smear the mixture to a coarse paste. Put in a bowl, along with the cheese, olive oil and toss to coat the cheese with the herb paste.
  • Cut the tomatoes into pieces about the same size as the cheese. Gently fold the tomatoes, parsley, and olives in with the cheese. Add the drained pasta and toss, then drizzle over a bit of olive oil and toss again. Serve now or room temperature.

PENNE PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND CHEESE



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This recipe came from a fund-raising cookbook our neighborhood put together. It's very flavorful. Freezes well.

Provided by MrsEl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 (28 ounce) cans plum tomatoes, drained
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons ground red pepper (Make SURE it's GROUND)
2 cups chicken broth
1 lb penne pasta
2 1/2 cups grated havarti cheese
1/3 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat 3 Tbsp oil in pan.
  • Saute onion and garlic.
  • Mix in tomatoes, basil and ground red pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, breaking up tomatoes.
  • Add broth and boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer about 1 hour.
  • (Can make this much ahead.) Cook pasta and drain.
  • Toss with 3 Tbsp oil.
  • Mix pasta with sauce and then mix in Havarti cheese.
  • Put into 9x13 baking dish and sprinkle top with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in 375 oven about 30 minutes.
  • ½ of this recipe will easily serve 4.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.6, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 4.9, Sodium 362.9, Carbohydrate 79.5, Fiber 13.7, Sugar 11.9, Protein 13.3

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.

PENNE WITH GORGONZOLA AND TOMATOES



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Provided by Shelley Berger

Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Blue Cheese     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 14 1/2-ounce can Italian plum tomatoes, drained, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried, crumbled
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature
6 ounce Gorgonzola cheese
1 pound penne pasta
1 cup freshly grated Romano or Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic and sauté until translucent, about 8 minutes. Stir in chopped tomatoes and basil. Cook until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, using spoon, beat butter with Gorgonzola until blended.
  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain well. Return pasta to pot.
  • Whisk Gorgonzola mixture into tomato sauce. Add sauce to pasta and stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with Romano and serve.

PENNE WITH MUSHROOMS AND GORGONZOLA CHEESE



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Provided by Maura Chamberlain

Categories     Garlic     Herb     Mushroom     Pasta     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Bon Appétit     Illinois

Yield 2 Generous Servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup olive oil
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced
4 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried
3/4 pound penne or other tubular pasta
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese or other blue cheese (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic; sauté 1 minute. Add mushrooms; sauté until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, basil and oregano and simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
  • Cook penne in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Add pasta and cooking liquid to sauce in skillet. Toss over medium heat until mixture is heated through and sauce coats pasta. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer pasta to bowl. Sprinkle with Gorgonzola cheese and serve.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish. Look for ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and flavorful blue cheese.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Cook it al dente, so it still has a slight bite to it.
  • Sauté the vegetables until they are soft and slightly browned. This will bring out their flavor.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. This will add richness and flavor to your dish.
  • Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices as needed.
  • Garnish the dish with fresh herbs before serving. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This penne pasta with tomatoes, herbs, and blue cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover tomatoes from your garden. The combination of flavors in this dish is simply divine. The sweetness of the tomatoes, the sharpness of the blue cheese, and the freshness of the herbs all come together to create a truly memorable dish. If you are looking for a new and exciting pasta recipe to try, give this one a go. You won't be disappointed.

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