Penne With 5 Cheeses Recipe

Name: Penne With 5 Cheeses
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ teaspoon salt kosher salt; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup crushed tomatoes; ½ cup freshly grated romano cheese (1 1/2 ounces); ½ cup shredded fontina (1 1/2 ounces); ¼ cup crumbled gorgonzola (1 1/2 ounces); 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese; 14 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced; 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped; 1 lb imported penne pasta; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

Servings: persons

½ teaspoon salt kosher salt
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup crushed tomatoes
½ cup freshly grated romano cheese (1 1/2 ounces)
½ cup shredded fontina (1 1/2 ounces)
¼ cup crumbled gorgonzola (1 1/2 ounces)
2 tablespoons ricotta cheese
14 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 lb imported penne pasta
4 tablespoons unsalted butter

1
Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
2
Bring 5 quarts of salted water to a boil in a stockpot.
3
Combine all the ingredients except the penne and butter in a large mixing bowl.
4
Mix well.
5
Drop the penne into the boiling water and parboil for 4 minutes.
6
Drain well in a colander and add to the ingredients in the mixing bowl, tossing to combine.
7
Divide the pasta mixture among 6 shallow ceramic gratin dishes (1 1/2 to 2-cup capacity).
8
Dot with the butter and bake until bubbly and brown on top, 7 to 10 minutes.

5491

kcal

Calories

333

Fat

158

Carbs

471

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ teaspoon salt kosher salt, 2 cups heavy cream, 1 cup crushed tomatoes, ½ cup freshly grated romano cheese (1 1/2 ounces), and more.

Yes, Penne With 5 Cheeses falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Penne With 5 Cheeses

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Variations & substitutions

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