Ocado Penne Pasta

Ocado Penne Pasta.
Dried durum wheat semolina penne rigate pasta.

If you love a hearty, baked pasta dish or a thick tomato sauce, then penne is the perfect choice. Its classic short, tube-like shape with angled ends and a ridged surface is designed to hold sauces perfectly.

The sturdy texture of penne holds up well to cooking, making it an excellent choice for a variety of hearty sauces. Its neutral base flavour pairs wonderfully with rich, meaty sauces like a classic ragù, or with thick, creamy sauces that can cling to the ridges and fill the hollow centre.

It’s perfect for creating a satisfying pasta bake, as its firm texture keeps its shape well in the oven. It's also an excellent choice for pasta salads, as its flavour and texture pair well with a wide range of vegetables and dressings.

Looking for recipe inspiration?
Scroll down and try this delicious recipe for Halloumi Pasta, perfect for a quick and easy mid-week meal.

From a classic white spaghetti to a hearty whole wheat penne, we've got the perfect pasta for you, simply search for 'Ocado pasta'.

Produced and packed in Italy.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, store in an airtight container.

Cooking Instructions
Boil: 11 mins

1. Place 80g of pasta per person in a saucepan of boiling water (1 litre of water per 80g dried pasta).
2. Cook for 11 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. When the pasta is cooked, drain immediately.

All appliances vary. These are guidelines only. Ensure the product is pipping hot before serving. Do not reheat.

Caution
Not suitable for microwave/grill/oven cooking.

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Durum Wheat Semolina, Water.

For allergens, see ingredients in bold.

Ocado

Produced and packed for:

Ocado Retail Ltd.,
Hatfield,
Herts,
AL10 9NE
UK

www.ocado.com

Halloumi Pasta
Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 10 mins
Serves: 2

This halloumi pasta recipe is quick and moreish – an ideal no-fuss, nutritious lunch or dinner for any day of the week. Red onion, garlic and cherry tomatoes are brought together in an aromatic basil pesto sauce and tossed with chunks of golden fried halloumi and penne pasta.

Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil
½ red onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, grated or minced
200g cherry tomatoes, halved
250g halloumi, cut into 2cm cubes
1 tsp sea salt, plus extra for salting the pasta water
500g penne pasta
2 tbsp basil pesto
10g mint, leaves only, roughly chopped

Method
Step 1
Add the oil to a large frying pan or shallow casserole over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, cherry tomatoes and halloumi chunks and season with the sea salt and a pinch of ground black pepper.

Step 2
Cook for 5-6 mins, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft and the halloumi is golden all over.

Step 3
Meanwhile, bring a saucepan of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta according to packet instructions, then drain, reserving 2 tbsp of pasta water for the sauce.

Step 4
Add the pasta to the vegetables and halloumi. Stir in the pesto and mix well, adding the reserved pasta water to help loosen the sauce.

Step 5
Sprinkle over the chopped mint and serve immediately.