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Penne alla Rustica

Penne alla Rustica

Serves: 4 Prep: 10 mins Cook: 30 mins Total: 40 mins

A rich and comforting Italian-inspired pasta dish made with smoky bacon, mushrooms, and peas in a creamy tomato sauce. Rustic, filling, and perfect for an indulgent midweek meal.



 

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 200g smoked bacon lardons
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 200g mushrooms, sliced
  • 100g frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp tomato purée
  • 200ml double cream
  • 300g penne pasta
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

To Finish

  • Grated parmesan
  • Fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

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    Cooking Instructions

Cook the Bacon

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  1. Step 2

    Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

  2. Step 3

    Add the bacon lardons and cook until golden and crisp.

  3. Step 4

    Remove and set aside.

Build the Sauce

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    In the same pan, add the onion and cook until soft.

  2. Step 6

    Stir in the garlic and mushrooms and cook until the mushrooms soften.

Creamy Tomato Base

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    Stir in the tomato purée and cook for 1 minute.

  2. Step 8

    Pour in the double cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

Cook the Pasta

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    Cook the penne in well-salted boiling water according to packet instructions.

  2. Step 10

    Drain, reserving a little pasta water.

Combine

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    Return the bacon to the pan along with the peas.

  2. Step 12

    Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat, loosening with pasta water if needed.

  3. Step 13

    Season to taste.

Serve

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    Serve hot with grated parmesan and parsley if desired.

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