Weeknight Hug in a Bowl Creamy Comfort Penne (Featuring Theo Millet Pasta)

This is the kind of pasta you make when you want something cozy, filling, and quietly nourishing.

Ingredients (Serves 3–4)

• 250 g Theo Millet Pasta (penne or macaroni)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3–4 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
• 1 small onion (finely sliced)
• ½ cup carrots (small cubes)
• ½ cup capsicum (chopped)
• ½ cup sweet corn or broccoli (optional)
• 1 cup milk (or ¾ cup fresh cream for richer taste)
• 1 sachet Theo tastemaker
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 2 tbsp grated cheese (optional)

How To Make It

1. Cook the Pasta

• Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
• Add a pinch of salt and the Theo Millet Pasta.
• Cook for 7–9 minutes until perfectly tender with a slight bite — cooked through but not soft or mushy.
• Drain and set aside.

2. Build the Base

• Heat olive oil in a wide pan over medium flame.
• Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
• Add sliced onions and cook for 2–3 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
• Add carrots, capsicum, and other veggies.
• Cook for 3–4 minutes until tender but still colourful and slightly crisp.

3. Create the Creamy Sauce

• Lower the flame.
• Pour in milk (or cream).
• Add the Theo tastemaker and stir well.
• Let it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.

4. Toss & Finish

• Add the cooked pasta into the pan.
• Toss well so every piece is coated in the sauce.
• Sprinkle black pepper and adjust salt if needed.
• Turn off the flame.
• Finish with grated cheese if you like.

Serve warm.

Simple. Comforting. Nourishing — without feeling heavy.