Creamy Truffle and Mushroom Penne
with Tenderstem® Broccoli and Walnuts
- Cereals containing gluten
- Milk
- Celery
- Egg
- Nuts
- Peanut
- May contain traces of allergens
- Sesame
- Nuts
Looking for a quick and tasty midweek dinner option? Try cooking up our Creamy Truffle and Mushroom Penne in just 20 minutes for a delicious and speedy meal.
Ingredients
180
Penne Pasta
(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)
1
Garlic Clove
150
Tenderstem® Broccoli
120
Sliced Mushrooms
150
Creme Fraiche
(Contains: Milk)
10
Vegetable Stock Paste
(Contains: Celery)
1
Truffle Zest
40
Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese
(Contains: Milk, Egg)
20
Walnuts
(Contains: Nuts May contain traces of: Peanut, Sesame, Nuts)
Not included in your delivery
50
Water for the Sauce
Utensils
Instructions
a) Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 1/2 tsp salt.
b) Once boiling, add the penne to the water and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.
a) While the pasta is cooking, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
b) Chop the Tenderstem® into 3 pieces widthways.
c) When the pasta has been cooking for 8 mins, add the Tenderstem® to the pasta and water and bring back to the boil.
d) Cook with the pasta for the last 4 mins of cooking time.
a) When the pasta and broccoli are cooked, drain them in a colander.
b) Drizzle with oil to stop them sticking together and leave the colander in the sink.
a) Pop your pan back on medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil.
b) Add the sliced mushrooms and season with salt and pepper.
c) Stir-fry until golden, 4-5 mins.
d) Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 min more.
a) Reduce the heat slightly, then add the creme fraiche and veg stock paste.
b) Pour in the water for the sauce (see ingredients for amount), bring to the boil and simmer for 2 mins, then remove from the heat.
c) Stir in the truffle zest and hard Italian style cheese.
a) Add the pasta and broccoli to the sauce and toss together.
b) Taste and add salt and pepper if you feel it needs it.
c) Serve in bowls and sprinkle over the walnuts. Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Many loved the rich, creamy taste with truffle adding a luxurious touch; some found it too strong or rich.
- Ease of prep: Quick and simple to make, with most finding it ready in about 20 minutes.
- Suggestions: Consider adding extra mushrooms or vegetables; some prefer less truffle for a milder flavour.
- Portions: Some found it generously sized, while others wished for larger servings or added chicken to bulk it up.
- Texture: Toast the walnuts first for extra crunch; ensure pasta is al dente for the best texture.
