Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing pasta recipes, where flavors dance on your palate. Embark on a delightful adventure with our first recipe, Pasta with Bacon, Mushroom, and Caramelized Onions, a harmonious blend of savory bacon, earthy mushrooms, and the sweet, nutty embrace of caramelized onions.
For a vegetarian delight, our Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Goat Cheese offers a burst of Mediterranean flavors. Sun-dried tomatoes impart a tangy sweetness, while creamy goat cheese adds a luscious richness, creating a symphony of flavors.
Our third recipe, Pasta with Roasted Vegetables and Pesto, is a vibrant celebration of garden-fresh produce. Roasted vegetables bring a medley of colors and textures, while homemade pesto adds a vibrant herbaceousness that will invigorate your taste buds.
Last but not least, our Pasta with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe presents a hearty and comforting dish. Spicy sausage lends a robust flavor, while broccoli rabe contributes a slightly bitter note that balances the richness of the sausage.
Whichever recipe you choose, you're in for a culinary treat that will leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on this delicious journey together!
PASTA WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND MUSHROOMS
Cooking onions and mushrooms slowly for a long time concentrates their flavor, which adds depth without a ton of oil. Pairing the onion mixture with whole wheat pasta isn't just a healthful whole grain choice either - the nutty flavor and sturdy chew of the noodles enhance the entire dish.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large Dutch oven or wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook, undisturbed, until they are lightly browned and they start to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir well, then add the onions, paprika, remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally (more frequently toward the end), until the onions are golden and very tender, about 30 minutes, reducing the heat to medium during the last 10 minutes so the onions don't burn.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs for al dente. Reserve 1 1/2 cups cooking water, then drain. Add the pasta, 3/4 cup cooking water, the sour cream and vinegar to the mushroom-onion mixture. Toss until the pasta is well coated and slightly saucy, gradually adding the remaining cooking water as needed.
- Add about half each of the parsley, dill and chives to the pasta and toss; season with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls and top with the remaining parsley, dill and chives.
PASTA WITH BACON, ONIONS AND MUSHROOMS
Quick and easy weeknight dinner, all in one pan and on the table in 30 minutes.
Provided by Kelly | the hungry bluebird (adapted from Martha Stewart)
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. In the meantime, heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat and cook bacon until golden brown and most of the fat has rendered, about 8 minutes. Add the onions, sprinkle lightly with salt, and cook and stir for another 8 minutes, until tender.
- Push bacon/onion mixture to the side, increase heat to medium-high and add the mushrooms to the pan. Cook without stirring until they start to sizzle and brown, releasing their liquid, about 5 minutes. Lower heat, sprinkle with salt and then stir to combine with bacon and onions and cook another 3 minutes or so.
- Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, about 10 minutes. Transfer pasta to skillet, reserving pasta cooking water. Reduce heat to low and slowly stir in 1 cup of pasta water. Cook and stir, scraping up any browned bits, until sauce is silky and pasta is evenly coated, 2-3 minutes.
- Turn off heat and stir in chopped parsley and half the Parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve in pan, or transfer to large bowl, and top with remaining cheese. Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Carbohydrate 71 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Sodium 498 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 5 g, Calories 565 kcal, UnsaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FUSILLI WITH BACON, ONIONS, AND MUSHROOMS
No mushrooms in the fridge? Saute some greens instead. This dish is also delicious with just onion and bacon (or pancetta or sausage).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- While bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil, heat oil and bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until bacon fat is rendered and bacon is golden brown, about 8 minutes. Add onion and a pinch of salt, and cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 8 minutes.
- Pushing onion and bacon to edge of skillet, add mushrooms to center, in a single layer as much as possible. Raise heat to medium-high, and cook, without stirring, until mushrooms begin to sizzle and brown, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, sprinkle mushrooms with salt, and stir onion and bacon into mushrooms. Cook mixture, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender, about 3 minutes.
- When water boils, add pasta to boiling water, and cook until almost al dente, about 10 minutes (do not drain water). Transfer pasta to skillet using a strainer. Reduce heat to low, and gradually stir in 1 cup pasta water, about 1/2 cup at a time. Toss over low heat until sauce is silky and pasta is well coated, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Turn off heat. Stir in mint or parsley, and half the cheese. Season with pepper. Divide among 4 bowls, and top with remaining cheese.
PASTA WITH BACON, MUSHROOM & CARAMELISED ONIONS
I saw this on Better Homes & Gardens TV show, then in a magazine. It's become a family favorite - so light and yet so tasty! The "sauce" freezes well and reheats easily.
Provided by Madilayn
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large frypan, fry the bacon, then set aside.
- Melt butter in the same pan and then cook the onions until they have caramelised.
- Add the mushrooms, garlic and thyme/herbs and the bacon again and reduce the heat to low.
- Cook your pasta and then, using tongs or a spathetti spoon, add it to the pan with the bacon mixture in it. Do not drain as the liquid will help moisten the whole.
- Serve with the cheese crumbled over the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.1, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 42.5, Sodium 525.4, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.4, Protein 9.7
PASTA WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND BACON
This recipe is sophisticated, but tastes really down-home. It originally came from Taste of Home and I tweaked it a bit, so it may look similar to another on the site, but I think my version is superb. Also, when I reheat it, I add more parm and some butter. It was fantastic the second time around too!
Provided by C.Lo Carb Queen
Categories Weeknight
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions, pepper flakes and salt; saute until onions are tender. Stir in garlic. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes or until the onions are a deep golden brown.
- Add the grape tomatoes, vinegar and 2 Tbsp oil to the skillet. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; Toss with onion mixture.
- Drizzle with remaining olive oil. Sprinkle with bacon and Parmesan cheese and pepper and heat through. Garnish with fresh basil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1100, Fat 82.6, SaturatedFat 29.6, Cholesterol 124.1, Sodium 1420.5, Carbohydrate 58.9, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 9.3, Protein 29.9
CARAMELIZED ONION PASTA
All you need for this tasty dinner is a bag of onions, garlic, some dried pasta, and cheese. Caramelizing sliced onions in a little butter and olive oil makes them become sweet and yielding, almost luscious. Pasta water and Parmesan do double duty, adding salt and depth while the creamy sauce forms.
Provided by Samantha Seneviratne
Categories Pasta Butter Onion Garlic Parmesan Cheese Parsley Kid-Friendly Dinner Small Plates
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil and butter in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium until butter is melted. Add onions and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender and deeply golden brown, about 30 minutes. (Stop before the onions become dry and shriveled.) Add red pepper flakes (if using) and 1 1/2 tsp. salt. Remove pot from heat.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Reserve 1 1/2 cups pasta cooking liquid.
- Add pasta and 1 cup pasta cooking liquid to onion mixture and stir to combine. Add a small handful of cheese and stir until melted. Repeat with remaining cheese, adding more pasta cooking liquid as needed to create a glossy sauce that coats the pasta. Stir in parsley (if using).
- Divide pasta among bowls. Top with Parmesan, parsley, and a few cranks of pepper.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for high-quality bacon, mushrooms, onions, and pasta.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the bacon, mushrooms, and onions, be sure to give them enough space in the pan so that they can brown properly. If you overcrowd the pan, they will steam instead of brown.
- Cook the pasta al dente: Al dente pasta is slightly firm to the bite and has a better texture than overcooked pasta. Be sure to follow the package directions for cooking the pasta.
- Use a flavorful cheese: The cheese you use will also make a big difference in the final dish. Choose a flavorful cheese that will melt well, such as Parmesan, Gruyère, or Cheddar.
- Serve immediately: Pasta with bacon, mushroom and caramelized onions is best served immediately. The pasta will start to absorb the sauce and become mushy if you let it sit for too long.
Conclusion:
Pasta with bacon, mushroom and caramelized onions is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of bacon, mushrooms, and caramelized onions is a classic flavor combination that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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