How to Make Penne with Pancetta and Mushrooms - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're craving a comforting and hearty pasta dish, look no further than this delicious recipe for Penne with Pancetta and Mushrooms. This dish combines the smoky and salty flavor of pancetta with the earthy richness of mushrooms, all tossed with al dente penne pasta. The result is a satisfying and flavorful meal that is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package penne pasta
  • 1 (3 ounce) package pancetta bacon, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 (10 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and set aside. Meanwhile, cook pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat until browned but not crispy, about 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
  • Pour pancetta grease out of the skillet, and add butter. Increase heat to medium-high and stir in sliced mushrooms. Cook and stir until the mushrooms have softened and released their liquid. Add the minced garlic, and cook 2 more minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, then stir in cream and Italian seasoning. Simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • To serve, toss the cooked penne with the sauce, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    537 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 68mg
    • Sodium: 299mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 66g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 102mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 462mg