Penne allo Zafferano (Penne with Saffron)

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    4 Servings

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Penne allo Zafferano (Penne with Saffron)

A recipe for Penne allo Zafferano (Penne with Saffron). Dried Penne Lisce is cooked risotto-style with beef broth and saffron to create a flavorful pasta dish in less than 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (950 milliliters) beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons (42 grams) unsalted butter divided
  • 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
  • 1 medium onion peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 pound (450 grams) dried penne lisce
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
  • 1 ounce (28 grams) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • salt to taste
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Instructions

  1. Place the beef broth in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a low simmer.
  2. In a large pan with at least 2 inch (5 centimeter) sides, melt 2 tablespoons (28 grams) butter and the olive oil over medium low heat.
  3. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
  4. Toss in the penne until thoroughly covered in the butter and oil with a shiny appearance.
  5. Pour in about 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) of the hot broth and constantly stir the pasta until the liquid has fully absorbed.
  6. Add in another 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) broth, stirring until absorbed. Continue adding broth and stirring until absorbed before pouring in more.
  7. Sprinkle the saffron over the last 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) broth in the saucepan and let it sit while you are stirring in the previous 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) of broth.
  8. To finish, stir in the saffron-infused last 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) of broth until the pasta is al dente, just tender, and the liquid has mostly absorbed, leaving behind just enough to make a light sauce. Remove from heat.
  9. Stir in the last 1 tablespoon (14 grams) butter, the grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper.
  10. Adjust seasonings to taste, adding salt if needed.
  11. Divide among serving bowls. Top with more Parmesan if desired and serve immediately.
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