Holy Smoked Bacon and Mushroom Penne Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Pork Recipes. (Holy Smoked Bacon and Mushroom Penne Recipe). When I was in university, I created this flavorful penne pasta recipe using my favorite ingredients: smoked bacon, button mushrooms and garlic. It became a hit with my family, friends and even special guests at home. It's a wonderful recipe because it's easy, convenient and yummy to boot! Serve while hot with buttered crusty bread. Enjoy!

Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 30 mins

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Holy Smoked Bacon and Mushroom Penne Recipe

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package dried penne pasta

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

divided

1 cup chopped smoked bacon

2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms

3 tablespoons minced garlic

3 cups chicken stock

salt and pepper to taste

½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

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Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pot and cook until pasta is almost tender about 6 minutes. Drain.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat cook bacon until browned. Stir in the garlic and cook for a few minutes then add the mushrooms. Cook stirring constantly for a couple of minutes until the mushrooms begin to soften.

Step 3

Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a boil. Allow to simmer over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add cooked pasta to the pan and stir until coated. Simmer uncovered until the sauce has reduced to just a few teaspoons in the bottom. Place generous servings onto plates and top with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information

Holy Smoked Bacon and Mushroom Penne Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 416.1

% Daily Value *

Protein: 18.6g 37%

Carbohydrates: 61g 20%

Dietary Fiber: 3.8g 15%

Sugars: 1.9g

Fat: 10.5g 16%

Saturated Fat: 3.3g 16%

Cholesterol: 17.1mg 6%

Vitamin A Iu: 33.6IU 1%

Niacin Equivalents: 9.2mg 71%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 13%

Vitamin C: 2mg 3%

Folate: 142.4mcg 36%

Calcium: 100mg 10%

Iron: 2.9mg 16%

Magnesium: 43.3mg 16%

Potassium: 269.2mg 8%

Sodium: 677.6mg 27%

Thiamin: 0.5mg 49%

Calories From Fat: 94.2

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.