Mushroom and parmesan pasta bake

A cheesy mushroom pasta bake with parmesan that is a delicious and hearty dish everyone will love.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Course Main Courses

Cuisine Italian

Servings

Calories 446 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

400 g of penne pasta (0.9lb)
2 cups of fresh mushrooms
2 cups of grated parmesan cheese
1 cup of chopped bacon or pancetta (Optional)

Herbs and spices

1 teaspoon of dried parsley
1 teaspoon of onion powder
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
1 tablespoon of olive oil
pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

In a large pot on the stove, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
Put aside 1 cup of the pasta water.
Wipe the mushrooms with a cloth to remove any dirt, and chop into small pieces.
In a large bowl, place the chopped mushrooms and cover with the herbs and spices.
In a large saucepan, lightly cook the mushrooms (and optional bacon) in the olive oil for about 5 minutes. (Ensure that the bacon is cooked.)
Add the pasta water into the saucepan to combine with the mushroom and pancetta juices to make a sauce.
Once the pasta has finished cooking, drain the pasta and place it in a large casserole dish.
Layer the mushrooms along with the sauce (and optional bacon) between the cooked pasta.
Preheat the oven at 375°F (190°C).
Top the casserole with the parmesan cheese and mix it into the pasta bake.
Place in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese on top looks cooked and golden brown.
Serve while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 446kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 25gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 1263mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g