Triple Cheese Penne with Cheddar, Monterey Jack and Red Leicester
Serves 2
- Celery
- Milk
- Cereals containing gluten
Three cheese? Yes please! This super cheesy baked penne is the ideal side for meat and veggie dishes alike.
Ingredients
10
Vegetable Stock Paste
(Contains: Celery)
30
Monterey Jack Cheese
30
Red Leicester
(Contains: Milk)
30
Mature Cheddar Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
180
Penne Pasta
(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)
150
Creme Fraiche
(Contains: Milk)
Not included in your delivery
1
Olive Oil
150
Boiling Water
1
Plain Flour
Utensils
Instructions
a) Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil with 1/2 tsp salt for the pasta
b) Fill and boil your kettle.
c) Grate the Cheddar, Monterey Jack and red Leicester.
d) Once boiling, add the penne to the water and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins. Once cooked, drain in a colander and pop back into the pan. Stir through a little oil to stop it sticking together.
a) Meanwhile, heat the olive oil (see ingredients for amount) in a medium frying pan on medium-high heat. Stir in the flour (see ingredients for amount). Cook until it forms a paste consistency and becomes golden, 1-2 mins.
b) Add the veg stock paste and gradually stir in the boiling water (see ingredients for amount) until smooth. Bring to the boil, stir and simmer until thickened, 1-2 mins. Use a whisk to get rid of any lumps.
c) Stir in the creme fraiche, bring to the boil (still stirring), then remove from the heat.
d) Add the cheese to the sauce and stir until the cheese is melted. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed.
a) Preheat your grill to high.
b) Add the pasta to the sauce and stir to combine with a splash of water to loosen if you need to. Pour into an ovenproof dish.
c) Pop under your grill until the top is golden brown, 3-5 mins. Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Delicious cheese sauce with a rich, indulgent taste that elevates this dish beyond ordinary macaroni cheese.
- Ease of prep: Simple to prepare, though grating cheese takes longer than expected. Even suitable for young cooks to make independently.
- Suggestions: Consider adding breadcrumbs or panko for a crispy topping, and try sprinkling with paprika for extra flavour.
- Portions: Generous enough to serve as a main dish for two, not just a side.
- Pairings: Versatile as both a main and side; pairs well with chicken, fish, Serrano ham, or broccoli.
