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Creamy Truffle Steak Penne with Cheese and Garlic Croutons

ready in 15 minutes

Prep & Cook Time: 10-15 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Mild

Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
A note about serious food allergies

These aren't the kind of truffles covered in chocolate and filled with cream. These truffles grow wild in the forest, are found by pigs, and are known for their culinary delicacy. Just a touch of the oil on the pasta, and you'll be awash in the unique, rich flavor.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 10 oz. Steak Strips
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    8 oz. Cooked Penne Pasta
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    4 oz. Light Cream
  • 3 oz. Peas
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    1 oz. Grated Parmesan
  • ½ oz. Baby Spinach
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    ½ oz. Cheese and Garlic Croutons
  • ¼ fl. oz. Truffle Oil
  • 2 tsp. Chimichurri Seasoning
  • ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes

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)

  • Calories
    740
  • Carbohydrates
    55g
  • Net Carbs
    50g
  • Fat
    40g
  • Protein
    43g
  • Sodium
    1430mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan

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

  • If using flank steak, follow same instructions as steak strips.

  • If using 20 oz steak strips, follow same instructions as steak strips, seasoning with 1/2 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper and working in batches when cooking if necessary.

  • If using ground beef, follow same instructions as steak strips in Step 2, cooking with 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper. Remove ground beef from pan after cooking and wipe pan clean. Add ground beef in with seasoning blend and peas.

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Coarsely crush croutons.

    Coarsely chop spinach.

    Separate steak strips into a single layer and pat dry. Season all over with 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook the Steak Strips

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add steak strips to hot pan and stir occasionally until no pink remains, 4-6 minutes.

    Add seasoning blend and peas. Stir occasionally until peas are heated through, 1-2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Make the Sauce

    Add cream, Parmesan, pasta, 2 Tbsp. water, and 1/4 tsp. salt to hot pan. Stir occasionally until Parmesan melts and sauce starts to thicken, 1-2 minutes.

    Add spinach and stir until just wilted, 1-2 minutes.

    Remove from burner. Add red pepper flakes (to taste).

  4. 4

    Finish the Dish

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, drizzling pasta with truffle oil (to taste) and garnishing with croutons. Bon appétit!

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