Penne (pronounced /ˈpɛni/ (UK), or /ˈpɛneɪ/ (US)) is a type of pasta. Pieces have a cylindrical shape and, usually, their ends are cut diagonally. Penne is the plural form of the Italian penna, deriving from Latin penna (meaning "feather" or "quill").In Italy, penne are produced in two variants: "penne lisce" (smooth) and "penne rigate" (furrowed), the latter having ridges on each noodle.Penne is traditionally cooked to al-dente and served with pasta sauces such as pesto. Penne is a popular ingredient in pasta salads.

This is one of my favorite pasts dishes to make. I love penne pasta. I love creamy cheese sauces. I especially love a creamy cheese sauce with lobster in it. It’s a dish a little on the heavy side. So, it’s something you don’t want to make all the time but once in awhile. When you have that thought “Cream sauce, Pasta,Lobster”,

This pasta recipe is easy and fast. If you have some garlic, zucchini, olive oil, penne pasta, ricotta and Parmesan cheese, then you're in business.

The two-year feud between former best friends Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie appears to be over. The Simple Life stars were spotted dining together on Caesar salads and penne pasta at the West Hollywood restaurant Dan Tana's on Sunday night.