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15-Minute Creamy Penne Pasta with Peanut Butter Sauce Recipe

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This recipe was first shared in August 2020 and has been fully revised and republished with new photos and tips.

Alright, confession time. I’m about to drop a culinary bombshell that might make you question my sanity, but hear me out. For years, I’ve been secretly, unabashedly obsessed with… Penne Pasta with Peanut Butter Sauce.

Creamy penne pasta tossed in a rich peanut butter sauce, garnished with fresh herbs on a white plate

Yes, you read that right. Peanut butter. On pasta. It might sound like a desperate college meal, but here's the kicker: it's unbelievably delicious.



The Unlikely Love Story: When Peanut Butter Met Pasta

A creamy, savory, slightly nutty concoction that hits every right note. If you love Satay-style flavors, this is the Italian-fusion cousin you never knew you needed.

Why You’ll Love This Quick Dinner

  • 15-Minute Magic: Faster than delivery.
  • Budget Friendly: Uses simple pantry staples.
  • Surprising Sophistication: Starchy water and lemon zest create a velvety masterpiece.

🥜 Penne Pasta with Peanut Butter Sauce

Ready in less time than it takes to pick a movie on Netflix!

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Servings: 4

The Essentials

  • 250g dried penne or rigatoni
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 tbsp lemon rind
  • 4 tbsp smooth peanut butter
  • 175 ml milk
  • Salt & Black Pepper
  • 4 tbsp fresh mixed herbs

The Instructions

  1. Boil: Cook pasta until al dente.
  2. Sauté: Fry onions, garlic, and lemon rind in olive oil.
  3. Sauce: Stir in peanut butter and milk. Simmer until smooth.
  4. Toss: Mix pasta with the sauce.
  5. Finish: Season and garnish.
Penne pasta with creamy peanut butter sauce topped with chopped peanuts

Expert Tips for Success

Try adding crispy tofu or a dash of chili oil to cut through the richness.

🍽️ Complete Your Meal Alert!

Pair with a crisp salad or our Creamy Dark Chocolate Risotto.

🍫🥄 Get the Chocolate Risotto recipe here: Click for Chocolate Bliss