FOUR CHEESE MUSHROOM AND BACON BAKED PASTA

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A cheesy pasta bake with a homemade tomato sauce and mushrooms and bacon.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
One 28-ounce can plum tomatoes, crushed by hand
One 15-ounce can plum tomatoes, crushed by hand
1 cup fresh ricotta
1 pound dried farfalle
8 ounces bacon, finely chopped
1 pound cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups shredded Asiago cheese
1 cup grated pecorino
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Add both cans of the tomatoes and 1 cup of water. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat slightly and simmer rapidly, uncovered, until thick, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in the ricotta and season with salt and pepper.
  • While the sauce simmers, put the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until crispy, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl with a slotted spoon. Discard all but about 2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings from the skillet then add the mushrooms and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Add the mushrooms to the bowl with the bacon.
  • Cook the farfalle in the boiling water until very al dente, about 2 minutes less than the package directions. Drain the pasta and add it to the bowl.
  • Add the tomato sauce, the Asiago and half of the pecorino to the bowl and stir well to combine. Transfer the pasta to a 3- to 4-quart baking dish and top with the mozzarella and the remaining pecorino. Bake, uncovered, until browned, about 15 minutes. Let the pasta rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Vinnie Hyatt
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for quick and easy meals that I can make on weeknights. This recipe fits the bill perfectly. It's simple to make and it's always delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for


Ossy Vybz
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The sauce was creamy and flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.


Mechelle Williams
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I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The mushrooms were cooked perfectly and they added a nice umami flavor to the dish. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Chandramayni Chandra
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for my taste. There were a lot of ingredients and steps involved. I think I would prefer a simpler recipe next time.


Rosalyn Ebison
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I tried this recipe and it was just okay. The sauce was a bit too heavy for my taste and the pasta was a little mushy. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


James Stoy
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but this recipe did not turn out well for me. The sauce was too salty and the pasta was overcooked. I would not recommend this recipe.


Fortune Rotimi
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This recipe is a waste of ingredients. The sauce is tasteless and the pasta is rubbery. I would not recommend this recipe.


Dharmendra Sah
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out terrible. The sauce was watery and the pasta was undercooked. I would not recommend this recipe.


Sainth Wealth
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This recipe is not worth your time. The sauce is bland and the pasta is mushy. I would not recommend this recipe.


Hussein Husslep
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I made this recipe last night and it was a disaster. The sauce was too thick and the pasta was overcooked. I would not recommend this recipe.


M.J Hills
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so creamy and flavorful and the bacon and mushrooms add a nice touch of savory flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.


Darshan Bashyal
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family. It's a great weeknight meal that's easy to make and delicious.


MD Tamvir Ahmed
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This is my new favorite pasta recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Anwar Grant
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Mushahid Khan
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Delicious!


Mr Franklin Israel
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This recipe is a keeper! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


ROCKEY BHI
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


SUBODH GAMING7
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfect. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.


Mohamed Mode
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The mushrooms and bacon added a nice touch of savory flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a he


Ria Charles
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The combination of flavors from the four cheeses, mushrooms, and bacon was perfect. The pasta was cooked to al dente perfection and the topping was golden brown and crispy. Will definitely be making this again so