Ingredient

Penne Pasta

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Penne is a versatile pasta shape commonly used in a wide variety of dishes. …

What it is

Penne pasta is a type of dry pasta shaped like short tubes with angled ends, resembling the tip of a quill pen. It is typically made from durum wheat semolina and water, although other flours like whole wheat or enriched flour can also be used. The dough is extruded through a die and cut to create its characteristic shape.

Why it's used

Penne is a versatile pasta shape commonly used in a wide variety of dishes. It holds sauces well, making it ideal for baked pasta dishes, pasta salads, and dishes with chunky meat or vegetable sauces. Manufacturers use it as a base for many prepared meals and side dishes.

Health notes

Penne pasta is a staple carbohydrate source. As a grain product, it provides energy and some fiber, especially if made with whole wheat. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) generally recognizes pasta made from enriched durum wheat flour as safe (GRAS). International bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated many food ingredients, but specific evaluations for plain pasta are not typically listed as they are considered a basic foodstuff.

Allergen info

Penne pasta made from durum wheat contains wheat, which is one of the nine FDA major allergens. It is also a source of gluten.

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GOOD & DELISH Penne W/ Fresh Mozzarella In Pesto Sauce Other Deli High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 310kcal 11.5Protein 10.6Fat 43.4Carbs Beaver Street Fisheries Inc. Tilapia Florentine Fish Unprepared/Unprocessed High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 155kcal 8.4Protein 5.3Fat 18.1Carbs General Mills, Inc. 99% Fat Free Minestrone Soup, Vegetable Classics Canned Soup High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 42kcal 2.1Protein 0.4Fat 8.1Carbs Schwartz Brothers Bakery Italian Sandwich Salad Combo Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 211kcal 8.7Protein 11.5Fat 18.4Carbs Hormel Foods Corporation Chicken Alfredo Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 113kcal 5.7Protein 5.7Fat 10.2Carbs

Hormel Foods Corporation Chicken Alfredo Entrees, Sides & Small Meals High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 120kcal 5.7Protein 6.4Fat 10.2Carbs Papa John's Salads & Produce Pasta Salad, Tuna, Penne Other Deli 250kcal 10Protein 8Fat 33Carbs Papa John's Salads & Produce Pasta Salad, Grilled Chicken Caesar Deli Salads High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 330kcal 12Protein 17Fat 30Carbs Harvest Food Group, Inc. Chicken Alfredo Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 31% DV per serving 107kcal 6.7Protein 1.7Fat 16.8Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Vegetable Pasta Bake Chef Prepared Dinner At Home, Vegetable Pasta Bake Other Deli High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 140kcal 4.4Protein 8.8Fat 11.4Carbs La Tortilleria Tapatia, Inc. Penne Pasta With Meat Sauce Frozen Dinners & Entrees 141kcal 8.2Protein 5.9Fat 12.9Carbs Life Gourmet Shop LLC. Naturals Penne Pasta With Italian Seasoned Crumbled Pork Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 210kcal 7.6Protein 13.4Fat 15.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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