Best 4 Lazy Carbonara Penne For A Crowd Recipes

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**Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Lazy Carbonara Penne, a crowd-pleasing dish that combines the richness of carbonara with the convenience of penne pasta. This culinary masterpiece is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests with minimal effort.**

**Dive into the creamy and flavorful world of this one-pot pasta dish, where penne noodles are coated in a luscious sauce made from eggs, Parmesan cheese, crispy bacon, and a hint of garlic. The result is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.**

**Elevate your meal with variations that cater to your preferences. Try the authentic Carbonara Penne if you're a purist, or add a touch of heat with the Spicy Carbonara Penne. For a vegetarian delight, explore the Carbonara Penne with Roasted Vegetables. And if you're craving a creamy and cheesy experience, the Creamy Carbonara Penne is the perfect choice.**

**Each recipe is meticulously crafted with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure success in your culinary endeavors. Gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and embark on a delightful journey of flavors with our Lazy Carbonara Penne and its enticing variations.**

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PENNE A LA CARBONARA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound pancetta, diced into 1-inch cubes
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 eggs, at room temperature
1/2 cup heavy cream, at room temperature
1 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 pound dried penne
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Heat a large saute pan, until hot. Add pancetta and saute until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Season with black pepper and remove pan from heat.
  • In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and cream. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in Parmesan, reserving 2 tablespoons for garnish.
  • In a large pot, boil 6 quarts of salted boiling water. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta in a colander. Do not rinse with water; you want to retain the pasta's natural starches so that the sauce will stick. While the pasta is still hot, return it back to the pot. Add the browned pancetta and mix well. Add the cream mixture and coat the pasta completely. It's important to work quickly while the pasta is still warm so that the cream mixture will cook, but not curdle. Add remaining Parmesan and chopped parsley.

LAZY CARBONARA PENNE FOR A CROWD



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Number Of Ingredients 12

Sauce:
10 cups béchamel sauce (see recipe above)
Filling:
2 pounds pancetta, diced
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup white wine
1 cup chopped parsley
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan
1 cup grated pecorino Romano
Salt and pepper
Noodles:
4 pounds penne, slightly undercooked and drained

Steps:

  • Prepare filling: In a medium skillet, cook the pancetta. Add garlic. Add wine and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Stir in parsley and salt and pepper. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter an 18-by-13 1/2-by-3-inch baking dish. Spread a layer of béchamel sauce on the bottom of the dish. Add half the pasta to the pan. Top with half the remaining sauce and half the pancetta mixture. Sprinkle with half of the Parmesan and pecorino. Top with remaining pasta. Top with remaining pancetta mixture, sauce and cheeses. (Can be prepared one day in advance. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Let lasagna come to room temperature before baking.) Cover with foil and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven. Let rest 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Smaller version (serves 6 to 8) Sauce: 4 cups béchamel sauce (see recipe) Filling: 1/2 pound pancetta, diced 2 garlic gloves, minced 1/2 cup white wine 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 1/2 cup grated pecorino Romano Salt and pepper Noodles: 1 pound penne, slightly undercooked and drained Assembly Follow same directions as for larger version, except use a 13-by-9-by-3-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Decrease baking time to 20 to 30 minutes, covered with foil, and an additional 10 to 15 minutes uncovered. Let rest 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Per serving based on 25: 508 cal.; 32 g pro.; 55 g carb.; 16 g fat (9 sat., 5 monounsat., 2 polyunsat.); 58 mg chol.; 847 mg sod.; 2 g fiber; 8 g sugar; 29 percent calories from fat.

OVERNIGHT CASSEROLE



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This recipe came to me from my 90 year old Great Aunt Frances and has been in the family for over 100 years. It's a simple, make ahead dish, perfect to slide in the oven before you leave to go to airport to pick up family or to take to a potluck. Do with it what you will. Have fun. Bon appetit--

Provided by plantfreek

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
2 cups diced ham or 2 cups chicken
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
1 (2 ounce) jar pimientos
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced onion
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1 1/8 cups milk
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together macaroni through onions.
  • In separate small bowl, mix together the soup and milk till well blended.
  • Pour milk mixture into large bowl and stir all ingredients together till blended.
  • Pour into a 9 x 13 baking dish.
  • Top with grated parmesan cheese. Sprinkle paprika over the top and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Store overnight in frig.
  • Get casserole out of frig one hour before baking.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F Bake, covered with foil, for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve with salad and bread/rolls.
  • **Note: this is not a spicy dish. If you like your food to be spicy feel free to add hot sauce, peppers, celery, etc to your liking. I serve this dish to older relatives when they come to visit and take it to potlucks where it disappears quickly. Simple, old fashioned comfort food. Feel free to adjust to your taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.1, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 38.9, Sodium 1217.5, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 4.1, Protein 18.7

LAZY CARBONARA PENNE FOR A CROWD - SACBEE 11/5/08



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This rich lasagna is the perfect comfort food. It makes a great make-ahead dish, perfect for a large holiday gathering. From "The New Lasagna Cookbook."

Provided by Chef TraceyMae

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h30m

Yield 1 LARGE DISH, 20-25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter
3/4 cup flour
3 quarts milk
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons salt
2 teaspoons nutmeg
2 lbs pancetta, diced
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup white wine
1 cup chopped parsley
1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese
1 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
16 cups penne pasta, slightly undercooked and drained

Steps:

  • Prepare Bechamel Sauce:.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat the butter over medium-low heat until melted. Add the flour and stir until smooth.
  • Over medium heat, cook until the mixture turns a light, golden sandy color, about 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the milk in a separate pan until just about to boil.
  • Add the hot milk to the butter mixture 1 cup at a time, whisking continuously until very smooth. Bring to a boil.
  • Cook 10 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove from heat. Season with salt and nutmeg, and set aside until ready to use.
  • Prepare filling:.
  • In a medium skillet, cook the pancetta. Add garlic. Add wine and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Stir in parsley and salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter an 18-by-13 1/2-by-3-inch baking dish. Spread a layer of béchamel sauce on the bottom of the dish. Add half the pasta to the pan. Top with half the remaining sauce and half the pancetta mixture.
  • Sprinkle with half of the Parmesan and pecorino. Top with remaining pasta.
  • Top with remaining pancetta mixture, sauce and cheeses. (Can be prepared one day in advance. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Let lasagna come to room temperature before baking.).
  • Cover with foil and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven. Let rest 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
  • SMALLER VERSION (serves 6 to 8).
  • Sauce:.
  • 4 cups béchamel sauce (see recipe).
  • .
  • Filling:.
  • 1/2 pound pancetta, diced.
  • 2 garlic gloves, minced.
  • 1/2 cup white wine.
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan.
  • 1/2 cup grated pecorino Romano.
  • Salt and pepper.
  • Noodles:.
  • 1 pound penne, slightly undercooked and drained.
  • Assembly.
  • Follow same directions as for larger version, except use a 13-by-9-by-3-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Decrease baking time to 20 to 30 minutes, covered with foil, and an additional 10 to 15 minutes uncovered. Let rest 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
  • Per serving based on 25: 508 cal.; 32 g pro.; 55 g carb.; 16 g fat (9 sat., 5 monounsat., 2 polyunsat.); 58 mg chol.; 847 mg sod.; 2 g fiber; 8 g sugar; 29 percent calories from fat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.6, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 53.2, Sodium 960.5, Carbohydrate 78.8, Fiber 9.5, Sugar 0.3, Protein 15.1

Tips:

  • Use good quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Use fresh eggs, high-quality cured meat, and hard cheese.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This means cooking it until it is just firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and not as enjoyable.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the pasta: If you do, the pasta will not cook evenly. Cook the pasta in batches if necessary.
  • Reserve some of the pasta cooking water: This will help to create a creamy sauce.
  • Don't add the cheese to the hot pasta: This will cause the cheese to melt and become stringy. Instead, add the cheese to the cooked pasta and toss it to coat.
  • Serve the pasta immediately: Carbonara is a dish that is best enjoyed fresh. Don't let it sit around for too long before serving.

Conclusion:

Lazy Carbonara Penne is a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that is perfect for a crowd. It is made with simple ingredients that are likely already in your pantry. This dish is also very versatile and can be customized to your liking. For example, you could add different types of vegetables, meats, or cheeses. You could also use different types of pasta shapes. No matter how you make it, Lazy Carbonara Penne is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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