CREAMY PARMESAN BAKED PASTA
Step aside mac and cheese. This baked pasta dinner is creamy, crunchy and nutty -- thanks to pancetta, peas and plenty of Parmesan.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter; set aside.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Cook the pasta according to the package directions for al dente. Drain, transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
- Meanwhile, mix together the panko, oil, 1 cup of the Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl; set aside.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring frequently, until golden and crispy, about 8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the pancetta to the bowl with the breadcrumb mixture and stir to combine.
- Heat the saucepan with the drippings over medium-high heat. Whisk in the flour and cook until smooth, about 2 minutes. Slowly add the milk and cream, whisking to avoid lumps, and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened, about 3 minutes. Turn off the heat and whisk in the peas, remaining 2 cups Parmesan, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the pasta and stir to combine. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with the breadcrumb mixture. Bake until golden and bubbly, about 10 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with additional Parmesan before serving.
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Born2kill.
born2kill.58@aol.comI'm always on the lookout for easy pasta recipes, and this one fits the bill. Thanks for sharing!
Patricia Archie
patricia46@hotmail.comThis recipe looks delicious! I'm going to save it for later.
Roselyn Curtis
roselyn_curtis48@hotmail.co.ukI'm not a big fan of creamy pasta dishes, but this one looks so good that I might have to give it a try.
Jennifer atkinson
jennifer@hotmail.comI'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one looks like a winner. Thanks for sharing!
Dr Harley
dr_h@hotmail.frThis dish is on my list to make this week. I'm sure it will be a hit with my family.
Binod Koirala
k-binod56@gmail.comI can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!
Denson Mohombi
mohombi36@hotmail.comThis pasta dish is perfect for a cozy night in. It's warm and comforting, and it always makes me feel better.
Ruben Lomeli
r@gmail.comI love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create something amazing.
Adam Acord
adam.a8@yahoo.comCreamy Parmesan pasta is a classic for a reason. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Kellan Hirsch
hirschk@gmail.comJust wanted to say thanks for sharing this recipe. It's a keeper!
Ashton Starr
s_a@hotmail.comThis dish is so easy to make, even for a beginner cook. I highly recommend it!
Mhlopheki Frank
fmhlopheki@hotmail.frI've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy meal.
Kiran Poudel
k.p@gmail.comThis is my new favorite pasta dish. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the Parmesan crust on top is amazing.
Turtle Turtle
turtle.t@hotmail.frI made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Jayne Sithole
js@hotmail.comThis dish is so versatile. You can add any type of vegetables, protein, or cheese that you like.
Pimgyie Kuumbur
kuumbur@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of Parmesan cheese, so I used Asiago cheese instead. It turned out great!
Emrul Islam Emon
e_emon56@aol.comI added some chopped broccoli and chicken to this dish to make it a complete meal. It was delicious!
S.I. HASAN
s_hasan@hotmail.comThe leftovers of this dish were even better the next day. The flavors had a chance to meld together, and the pasta was still nice and creamy.
James Curtis
c_james@yahoo.comI love how easy this dish is to make. I was able to get it on the table in under an hour, which is perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Timeline
timeline@gmail.comThis pasta dish was a hit with my family! The creamy Parmesan sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly al dente. I will definitely be making this again.