Express
Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Penne
with Parmesan garlic bread
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
-
Vegetarian
Chef
Laura Alpern
Stressed about getting dinner on the table in a timely manner? Sick of hearing, “How much longer until dinner is ready?” Well, you’re in luck! Our Express meals have been tested by our culinary team to ensure prep and cook time are nothing to worry about. Enjoy a wide variety of delicious and healthy meals that are quick-cooking to save you time in the kitchen. Time is less with Express.
In Your Box (serves 4)
-
16 oz. Cooked Penne Pasta
-
8 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 12 oz. Broccoli Florets
-
2 Ciabatta
-
4 oz. Shredded Cheddar Cheese
-
2 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
-
¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
- 1 Tbsp. Minced Garlic and Parsley
- 2 tsp. Mirepoix Broth Concentrate
-
¼ oz. Flour
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
-
Nutrition (per serving) pq16JjO5
-
Calories640
-
Carbohydrates70g
-
Net Carbs65g
-
Fat28g
-
Protein25g
-
Sodium1300mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Baking Sheet
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
-
Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil.
-
If using top round steak, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 3-5 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
-
If using chicken cutlets, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 3-5 minutes per side. Cutlet thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner cutlet, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
-
If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 3-4 minutes per side. Add protein to meal as desired.
-
1 Cook the Broccoli
Cut broccoli into 1" pieces.
Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.Add broccoli, 1/4 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. pepper, and 1/4 cup water to hot pan. Cover and cook until broccoli is tender and water is mostly evaporated, 3-5 minutes. -
2 Add the Sauce
Add minced garlic and parsley and flour to hot pan. Stir often until no dry flour remains.
Stir in cream base, mirepoix base, 1/2 cup water, and 1/4 tsp. salt. Bring to a simmer. -
3 Add the Pasta
Once simmering, add pasta, cheddar, and a pinch of salt to hot pan. Stir often until melted and combined, 1-2 minutes.
If sauce is too thick, add additional water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.Remove from burner.While pasta cooks, continue recipe. -
4 Make Garlic Bread and Finish Dish
Halve ciabatta diagonally and separate halves. You should have 8 pieces total.
Spread softened butter on cut-sides of bread. Place cut-side up on prepared baking sheet. Top with half the Parmesan (reserve remaining for garnish).Broil under hot broiler until golden-brown, 1-2 minutes.Don't text and broil! Keep an eye on oven as bread may burn easily under broiler.Carefully remove from broiler.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, garnishing pasta with remaining Parmesan. Bon appétit!
Home Chef is a meal kit delivery service - order and receive home food delivery weekly. Choose from 21 fresh recipes featuring steak, chicken, pork, fish, vegetarian options, and beyond to meet your cooking needs each week.
