Name: Three Cheese Baked Penne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb penne pasta; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 cup onion; 3 clove garlic; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 0.5 tsp basil; 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup milk; 1 cup vegetable or chicken stock; 14 ounces Italian-style diced tomatoes; 1 cup mozzarella cheese; 1 cup parmesan cheese; 1 cup asiago cheese

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Three Cheese Baked Penne

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350.

Prepare pasta according to package directions.

In a sauce pan over medium high heat melt three tablespoons of butter.

Add onions and saute until translucent.

Add garlic, Italian seasoning and basil to butter and stir.

Next, add flour to pot whisking constantly for two minutes.

Add milk and stock to the flour and bring to a boil.

Season with salt and pepper and remove from heat and cool for about two minutes until sauce thickens.

Add cheeses to the mixture and stir to combine.

While you wait for the cheese to melt drain the pasta and transfer into a 9×13 greased baking dish.

Pour an undrained can of tomatoes over the pasta.

Next, pour the sauce over of the pasta and then stir to combine.

Sprinkle a little extra cheese over the top and bake for 25 minutes.

If you want to make the cheese extra gooey turn on the broiler for 5 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toast Your Pasta Slightly 🍝
Cook penne 1-2 minutes under al dente before mixing with sauce—it will continue cooking in the oven and absorb flavors without becoming mushy.
Create a Silky Béchamel Base 🧈
Make your roux (butter and flour) over medium heat for 2-3 minutes before adding milk to eliminate raw flour taste and achieve a smooth, lump-free sauce.
Grate Cheese Fresh for Better Melting 🧀
Use freshly grated asiago and mozzarella instead of pre-shredded—they melt more smoothly without anti-caking agents and create a creamier texture throughout.
Build Flavor Layers with Aromatics 🧄
Sauté minced garlic and diced onion in butter until golden before building your sauce base to develop deeper, more complex flavor that elevates the entire dish.
Monitor the Baking Temperature Carefully 🔥
Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden but the edges aren't dark—this prevents the cheese from breaking and separating while ensuring creamy centers.