Balsamic Parmesan Penne

My girls LOVED this. Zero leftovers. And it's ready in the time it takes the pasta to cook! You could easily add some grilled chicken to make it a little heartier. Add a dinner salad and some garlic bread and boom - dinner is served!

Balsamic Parmesan Penne

1 box penne pasta (any tube shaped will work, I used rigatoni)
1 stick of butter (recipe is Paula Deen approved)
1/3C grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
1/2C balsamic vinegar
1/2tsp brown sugar

Cook pasta according to package directions..
While pasta is cooking, pour the balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan Simmer over medium high heat until it has reduced to about 3 tablespoons. Stir in the brown sugar. Remove from the heat. Stir in 2T of the pasta cooking water.
Drain the pasta and pour into a large bowl. Stir in the balsamic mixture, butter and cheese. Stir well, until butter is melted. Serve with Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. 1