Penne Rustica with a Kick
tossed with Broccoli & topped with Crispy Panko
- Milk
- Wheat
- Tree Nuts
The week just isn’t complete without at least one pasta night. If you agree, you’re in luck! Our chefs put together a dish that’s sure to curb the most ferocious of carb cravings. In this recipe you’ll find penne studded with tender asparagus, fresh tomatoes, and swirls of garlic herb butter. The dreamy dish is finished off with a sprinkle of Parmesan and your new secret culinary weapon: an almond, chili, and lemon panko topping. It’s so delicious and easy to whip up, don’t be surprised when you find yourself making this meal on repeat.
Ingredients
ounce
Asparagus
2 tablespoon
Cream Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
1 unit
Lemon
6 ounce
Penne Pasta
(Contains: Wheat)
3 tablespoon
Parmesan Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
1 unit
Broccoli
2 tablespoon
Garlic Herb Butter
(Contains: Milk)
1 unit
Tomato
¼ cup
Panko Breadcrumbs
(Contains: Wheat)
1 teaspoon
Chili Flakes
2 unit
Scallions
½ ounce
Sliced Almonds
(Contains: Tree Nuts)
Not included in your delivery
teaspoon (tsp)
Salt
3 teaspoon (tsp)
Olive Oil
teaspoon (tsp)
Black Pepper
2 tablespoon (tbsp)
Butter
(Contains: Milk)
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Once boiling, add penne to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, 9-11 minutes.
Reserve ½ cup pasta cooking water (1 cup for 4 servings), then drain.
Meanwhile, wash and dry produce.
Zest and quarter lemon. Trim and discard woody bottom ends from asparagus; cut stalks crosswise into 1-inch-long pieces. Dice tomato. Trim and thinly slice scallions, separating whites from greens.
Melt 1 TBSP plain butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add panko and almonds; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until golden brown, 3-4 minutes.
Turn off heat. Stir in a pinch of lemon zest and a pinch of chili flakes. Transfer to a small bowl.
Heat a drizzle of olive oil in same pan over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and cook, stirring often, until bright green and tender, 2-4 minutes.
Add tomato and cook, stirring, until slightly softened, 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Add drained penne, garlic herb butter, cream cheese, half the Parmesan (save the rest for serving), and ⅓ cup reserved pasta cooking water (½ cup for 4 servings) to pan with veggies; stir until thoroughly combined. Season with salt and pepper.
Add scallion whites, remaining lemon zest, 1 TBSP plain butter (2 TBSP for 4 servings), and as many remaining chili flakes as you like to pan with pasta. Cook, stirring, until everything is thoroughly coated in sauce, 1-2 minutes. TIP: If needed, stir in more reserved pasta cooking water a splash at a time.
Turn off heat; stir in a squeeze of lemon juice to taste. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
Divide pasta between bowls. Sprinkle with panko mixture and remaining Parmesan. Add a drizzle of olive oil over bowls.
Garnish with scallion greens and serve with remaining lemon wedges on the side.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Dec 2025- Flavor: Good flavor overall, though some felt it could benefit from a richer, creamier base.
- Suggestions: Consider adding extra cream cheese or using a cream-based stock for a more indulgent sauce.
