Penne recipes
Penne is one of the most popular pasta shapes, famous as the base of arrabbiata, amatriciana and pasta alla vodka, but its joy is its versatility. Easy to fork, and great for scooping up meat or vegetarian sauces, the possibilities with penne know no bounds.
Try our penne with lentils and mushrooms for an easy vegetarian ragù, opt for our roasted pepper and spinach pasta bake. If you’re in the mood for tuna, our tuna and anchovy pasta will hit the spot. Or go for our meaty-as-you like Macaronade Sétoise, made with steak, pork ribs and sausages.
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Weekly pastas
Penne all’arrabbiata
Penne all'arrabbiata hails from the Lazio region of Italy, most notably Rome. Penne is tossed with a simple tomato and chilli sauce and topped with gratings of pecorino.
Pork mince
Macaronade Sétoise
Macaronade Sétoise is a hearty pasta dish from southern France, made with steak, pork ribs and sausages. Think Sunday sauce with a little je ne sais quoi.
30-minute meals
Creamy chicken sausage pasta
Chicken sausage pasta - it doesn't get easier or tastier than this. The tomatoes are optional but they do add a juicy sweetness.
Budget pasta
Tuna and anchovy pasta
Tuna pasta gets a makeover in this easy recipe. A buttery anchovy, onion and olive sauce elevates a quick dinner fave into something special.
Quick pasta
Pizza-style penne with salami crisps
We've taken two popular Italian staples and created this epic pizza-style pasta dish: tomato penne is topped with mozzarella, basil and crispy salami.
Pasta bakes
Pumpkin and brussels sprouts pasta bake
A vegetarian pasta bake which is bound to satisfy, have a go at this pumpkin, brussels sprout, cannellini and sage pasta bake for a warming midweek meal.
Italian vegetarian
Penne with lentils and mushrooms
A guaranteed crowd pleaser, this vegetarian pasta dish is made all the richer with the addition of castelluccio lentils and garlicky mushrooms.
Quick pasta
Chorizo and ricotta penne
This chorizo and ricotta penne pasta is the epitome of quick and easy. All you need are six ingredients and 20 minutes to make this one.
Midweek meals
Super green pasta
Who knew that a pot of houmous could make such a fabulous, quick and creamy pasta sauce? We did. This penne pasta dish makes an easy midweek meal.
Vegetarian bakes
Roasted red pepper, spinach and goat’s cheese pasta bake
Intensely sweet red peppers are combined with tangy goat's cheese, fresh spinach and a kick of chilli – this pasta bake is sure to be a hit with everyone.
Brussels sprouts
Bacon, broccoli and brussels sprout pasta bake
Give brussels sprouts a new lease of life in this pasta bake recipe. Ready to eat in less than an hour, its an easy, family-friendly midweek meal.
Ragù
Sicilian sausage ragù with penne
Our Sicilian sausage ragù with penne works perfectly with leftover stuffing or with your favourite sausages
Budget pasta
Spicy sausage penne
Sausages and pasta in a chilli tomato sauce is a cheap and easy midweek meal that's sure to satisfy everyone.
Budget pasta
Quick chicken arrabbiata pasta
Combine chicken, tomatoes, penne pasta and broccoli with a good kick of fresh chilli flakes in this cheat's arrabbiata recipe that's ready in 20 minutes.
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