Barilla Penne Rigati, 16 Ounces, 12 Per Case

The Barilla Penne Rigate is ready-to-cook tube-shaped pasta with angled ends. Made with semolina from Durum wheat, this pasta is enriched with B vitamins and iron.

Uses

Hearty meat sauces: Pair with Bolognese, sausage ragù, or ground beef tomato sauce; the ridged tubes grip thick sauces and carry them in every bite.
Creamy dairy sauces: Toss with Alfredo, carbonara, or cheese-based sauces that coat the ridges and pool inside the tubes.
Baked pasta dishes: Use in penne bake casseroles with mozzarella, ricotta, and marinara for crowd-feeding trays and buffet pans.
Cold pasta salads: Chill cooked penne with vinaigrette, diced vegetables, olives, and proteins for deli cases and catered events.
Soup and minestra: Add to Italian wedding soup, minestrone, or chicken-pasta soups where the tube shape holds broth and small ingredients.

Who Would Benefit

• Restaurants and trattorias plating Italian entrées at volume
• Cafeterias and school foodservice programs needing allergen-conscious pasta options
• Caterers building baked pasta trays and pasta salad bars for events
• Kosher and Non-GMO menu planners sourcing certified pantry staples
• Households stocking up on a versatile, protein-rich everyday pasta

Product Highlights

• Made with semolina from Durum wheat for firm texture and consistent cook
• Ridged tube shape with angled ends holds sauces inside and out
• 10 g protein per serving; enriched with B vitamins and iron
• Low glycemic index; 0 g trans fat; 0 mg cholesterol
• Free from lactose, peanuts, soy, shellfish, fish, and tree nuts
• OU Kosher certified and Non-GMO Project verified
• 12 boxes per case, 16 ounces each

Preparation & Use

Bring 4 to 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil, add salt to taste, and stir in the penne. Cook 11 minutes for al dente or 13 minutes for a softer texture, stirring occasionally. Drain and toss immediately with sauce to prevent sticking. For baked dishes, undercook by 2 minutes, combine with sauce and cheese, then finish in a 375 °F oven until bubbly. For pasta salad, rinse drained penne under cold water, toss with dressing while still slightly warm, and refrigerate before serving.

Application Areas

Full-service Italian restaurants, quick-service pizza shops with pasta sides, hospital and senior-living dining programs managing allergen menus, school cafeterias, hotel banquet kitchens, grocery store deli departments, and home pantries looking for a reliable case supply of a go-to shape.