Heating Instructions

Thank you for choosing McCaffrey's Catering. We hope you enjoy the delicious food our chefs have prepared for you, your friends, and your family.

Quick Heating & Safety Guide:

* Bakeware: Items delivered in white & black trays with plastic covering are not oven safe. Please remove the items and transfer them to an aluminum pan or another oven-safe dish before heating.

* Bring Items to Room Temperature: Let refrigerated items sit before reheating for more even heating.

* Oven Recommended: Microwave reheating is not recommended. Use an oven or toaster oven. Cover food with foil or lid that comes with item to prevent overbrowning. Spread bulk items in a single layer on pan or dish. When heating multiple items together in the oven, cook at 350 degrees, add cooking time, and continually check for doneness.

* Check Temperature: Reheated food should reach 165°F (74°C). Use a stemmed thermometer. Consume all food items within 2 hours of removing them from the oven.

* Storage: Keep leftovers covered and refrigerated at 41°F (5°C) or below. Eat within 2 days.

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Penne Pasta

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Optional: Stir in 1/2 to 1 cup of water, vegetable broth, or extra sauce to prevent drying out.
  • Cover tightly with foil to retain moisture and ensure even heating.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

Penne Bolognese

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Optional: Stir in about 3/4 to 1 cup of tomato sauce, or beef/vegetable broth to keep it from drying out.
  • Cover tightly with foil to trap steam and ensure even heating.
  • Bake covered for 25-30 minutes.

Macaroni & Cheese

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Optional: Add about 3/4 to 1 cup of milk or cream and gently stir it in
  • Cover tightly with foil to trap steam and prevent the top from burning or drying out.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes. Stir halfway through if possible.
  • Optional: For a golden top, remove foil for the last 10-15 minutes of baking.

Pasta Primavera

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Optional: Drizzle with olive oil or stir in 1/2 to 1 cup of vegetable broth or light sauce (like extra cream, lemon-butter, or white wine sauce) to prevent drying. Gently toss and coat evenly.
  • Cover tightly with foil to trap steam and preserve the texture of the vegetables.
  • Bake for 35-45 minutes, stirring once halfway through if possible.

Baked Ziti

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Tightly cover with aluminum foil to trap moisture and heat evenly. Place it in the center rack of the oven.
  • Reheat for 25-35 minutes.
  • At the 25-minute mark check the center with a thermometer to see if pasta is at 165°F (74°C); continue to heat in 5-10 minute increments if not at temp.
  • Optional: For a crispy top layer, uncover the dish for the last 5-10 minutes of reheating.
  • Let the ziti sit 5 minutes out of the oven before slicing and serving to help it firm up.

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