Ingredient

Blanched Penne Pasta

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use blanched penne pasta as a convenient ingredient in ready-to-eat meals, frozen dinners, …

What it is

Blanched penne pasta is a type of pasta that has been partially cooked in boiling water and then rapidly cooled. This blanching process helps to stop enzyme activity, improve texture, and prepare the pasta for further processing or freezing.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use blanched penne pasta as a convenient ingredient in ready-to-eat meals, frozen dinners, and pasta salads. Its pre-cooked state reduces cooking time for consumers and ensures a consistent texture in the final product.

Health notes

Penne pasta is primarily a source of carbohydrates. The FDA considers pasta made from enriched durum wheat flour to be a staple food. Major health organizations like the WHO have not identified specific health concerns related to typical consumption of pasta. JECFA has evaluated pasta ingredients, but no specific concerns have been raised regarding its consumption at normal levels.

Allergen info

Penne pasta is made from wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It also contains gluten.

Products containing Blanched Penne Pasta

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Conagra Brands BERTOLLI Garlic Shrimp, 24 OZ Dough Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 100kcal 3.8Protein 3.2Fat 12.7Carbs Mizkan America, Inc. Bertolli, Shrimp, Asparagus & Penne Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 126kcal 5.6Protein 5Fat 15Carbs Mizkan America, Inc. Bertolli, Classic Meal For 2, Chicken Alfredo & Penne Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 147kcal 7.3Protein 7.9Fat 11.2Carbs Newman's Own, Inc. Newman's Own, Chicken Parmigiana & Penne Skillet Meal Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 132kcal 6.8Protein 6.2Fat 14.1Carbs Mizkan Americas, Inc. Bertolli, Chicken Parmigiana & Penne Classic Meal For 2 Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 52% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 132kcal 6.5Protein 5.3Fat 14.7Carbs Mizkan America, Inc. Shrimp, Asparagus & Penne Pasta And Shrimp With Asparagus In A Creamy Tomato Basil Sauce Classic Skillet Meal, Shrimp, Asparagus & Penne Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 126kcal 5.6Protein 5Fat 15Carbs Mizkan America, Inc. Chicken Margherita & Penne Pasta And White Meat Chicken With Diced Tomatoes And Mozzarella Cheese In A Tomato Sauce Complete Skillet Meal, Chicken Margherita & Penne Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 117kcal 8.9Protein 4.7Fat 10.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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