Shiitake and Bacon with Penne

Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2007

Show: The Essence of EmerilEpisode: Emeril's Pasta Delights/Unusual

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (6)

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Cook Time:
20 min
Level:
--
Yield:
4 servings

Times:

Prep: 20 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 20 min
Total:: 40 min

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Ingredients

2 strips thick-cut pancetta, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
3 1/2 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and thinly sliced
3/4 cup small diced onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
8 ounces cooked penne pasta
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Grated Parmesan, for garnish, if desired

Directions

Heat a 12-inch saute pan over medium heat. Add the pancetta to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and onions to the pan and continue to cook until the mushrooms are browned and the onions are soft, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds, then add the tomatoes, basil, salt, pepper, pasta and olive oil to the pan. Cook, tossing often, until pasta is thoroughly combined and warmed through, about 5 minutes.

Serve immediately, garnishing with grated Parmesan.

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ANN Newmarket, NH 08-26-2009
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2 year old favorite meal
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This makes great leftovers. It is one of the few meals my two year old will eat.
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Holly Bellevue, WA 03-25-2009
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Easy and tasty
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

This was really quick and easy to make. Perfect for a weeknight meal.
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J edmonton, AB 03-21-2009
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Soooo yummy!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This recipe is excellent. I agree with previous comment, this recipe turns out like something you could order from a... restaurant, but it's quite easy to make at home. I doubled the recipe and froze the leftovers for another day. Make sure you use a large saucepan with high sides as the tomatoes will splash a little. I bought a slab of pancetta from the Italian grocery store, so I ended up using about 1/2 lb for my doubled recipe. Good amount but I would cut the chunks smaller next time or use bacon as I prefer the taste. My pancetta was also not fatty enough so I had to add extra vegetable oil to the pan before I added the onions or shiitakes. I didn't know what to do with the chives though so I omitted it altogether; is it just a garnish? I also halved the amount of EVOO (2 tbsp for the doubled recipe) and this was perfect. Would definitely make again!Read more
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Dorothy Yorktown Heights, NY 03-12-2009
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Outrageous!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This Pasta was not only very simple but the flavors were...BAM!! This was a BIG hit with my family! We had no leftovers!! I... kicked it up a notch my own way by omitting the Olive Oil and adding about 1/4 cup of heavy cream and 1/4 of Pecorino Romano cheese! Thanks so much Emeril ...this will definitely be made over and over at my house Read more
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Cynthia Phoenix, AZ 10-04-2008
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A Big Hit
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

We LOVED this recipe -- so easy for so much robust flavor. We quadrupled the quantities (it freezes well), and I did use... both pancetta and turkey bacon, and shiitakes with regular button mushrooms -- the shiitakes really are better for their muskiness, but I couldn't get two packages of them. DO make sure to drain the fat from the bacon, as you don't want this to be greasy... leave just enough grease to brown your vegetables, a coating is fine. This tasted like a restaurant entree, honestly. I would strongly recommend some freshly shaved parmesan off the brick, no powdery stuff, and some warm crusty bread on the side. A glass of wine and boy what a cool weather meal this is. Thanks Emeril!Read more
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Anonymous 06-01-2008
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Tasty and easy
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

Very easy to make. Good flavor. I substitued bacon for the pancetta.