Penne with Butter
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Penne with Butter is a simple yet satisfying dish made by tossing cooked penne pasta with rich butter, creating a creamy and comforting texture. A nutritional highlight includes its protein content, providing 5.8g per serving.
This dish is served in various meal programs across New York City, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
Popular Home Recipes for Penne with Butter
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Penne with Butter shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Penne with Butter is a comforting and creamy dish that highlights the simplicity of pasta tossed in rich, melted butter for a soothing meal.
Ingredients
- •12 oz penne pasta
- •4 tbsp unsalted butter
- •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- •1/4 tsp salt
- •1/4 tsp black pepper
- •2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- •1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- 2Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10 minutes.
- 3Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- 4In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat and add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- 5Return the pasta to the pot and toss with the melted butter and garlic.
- 6Add the reserved pasta water, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until the cheese is melted and the pasta is well coated.
- 7Serve the penne warm, garnished with chopped parsley.
Chef Tips
- Substitute whole wheat penne for a healthier option.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.