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Holy Smoked Bacon and Mushroom Penne

“When I was in university, I created this flavorful penne pasta recipe using my favorite ingredients: smoked bacon, button mushrooms and garlic. It became a hit with my family, friends and even special guests at home. It's a wonderful recipe because it's easy, convenient and yummy to boot! Serve while hot with buttered crusty bread. Enjoy!”

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Reviewed: Mar. 13, 2012

LOVED IT! Used egg noodles instead of Penne so had to strain out some of the juices at the end but it was worth it!

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Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Mar. 24, 2010

I had a very similar dish at a local Italian restaurant in our community. In addition to the bacon and mushroom added chicken, sundried tomatoes and served it with a sage brown butter sauce(fresh sage, chicken broth and butter) It was to die for and left me with a fullness that was very light and comfortable. Absolutely delicious..

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molly

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Jan. 22, 2010

I thoroughly enjoyed this dish, as did my husband and step daughter. I made a few minor adjustments. I added chopped onion and instead of 3 cups of chicken stock, I put 2 cups of beef stock and 1 cup of water. People were complaining of a lack of seasoning, so I added garlic and onion powders. Also, instead of Parmesan cheese, I put Mozzarella cheese. Turned out great, can't wait to make it again.

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Shamie J.

Reviewed: Aug. 20, 2009

did add celery, onions, chicken and garlic.. yummy!!

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Mom of 3 boys

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Havana, Illinois, USA

Living In: New Castle, Indiana, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 10, 2009

This recipe is not great. I made adjustments as other reviews suggested. I added onions, chicken, and celery. I took out the previously cooked food before I added the stock so that they wouldn't get soggy. But the recipe still tasted like it was missing something. I wouldn't make this recipe again.

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NDN

Reviewed: Aug. 28, 2008

This was very tasty! I made it as-is, but would definitely follow some of the other readers comments next time. The reduction of the "sauce" (which wasn't a sauce, so don't be expecting that!) was the only ridiculous part of this recipe. There is no way that would have ever reduced to a few Tbsp. without turning my pasta to baby food. Here are the changes that I will make next time...1)I'm using MORE bacon...this is the main flavor in this dish, and we love bacon, so the more the merrier! 2) Either add flour or cornstarch to thicken the sauce or reduce the liquid. 3) A green veggie would be nice. I'm thinking the others had it right...either broccoli or asparagus. 4) Drain the bacon grease...at least drain most of it. 5) Remove the bacon and mushrooms after sauteeing and add them right before serving. I think after making these changes, we are definitely looking at a contender for a simple, easy, relatively inexpensive winner!

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Raoulysgirl

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Linn Creek, Missouri, USA

Living In: Camdenton, Missouri, USA

Reviewed: Jul. 25, 2008

Bland - I ended up adding an alfredo sauce

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MILLETT

Reviewed: Jun. 18, 2008

Easy, tasty, will prepare again:) I added onion to enhance the flavour and I also added some flour to aid in the thickening of the sauce. This was quite good. Thanks for the idea!

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mrmanning

Cooking Level: Beginning

Living In: London, Ontario, Canada

Reviewed: May 19, 2008

The bacon is all the dish. I only had 2 pices to put in so i thought just less is ok with some bacon bits in it. NO WAY this thing need lots of bacon. i used white wine witch helped but what also helped was 1/2 a can of cream of mushroom soup. It helped thicken it. mmmm, However the hole cooking off the liquid is not fun use 1/2 that is told to. i used 1/2 cup white wine, 1/2 cup of cream of mushroom soup and 1/2 cup of the chicken. Hope i helped:-)

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Natie Anne

Cooking Level: Beginning

Home Town: Naperville, Illinois, USA

Living In: Lemont, Illinois, USA

Reviewed: May 15, 2008

I don't think I made the same recipe you all did, I was very dissapointed in this! I love bacon/mushrooms/penne so I thought this would be great. I just didn't enjoy this. Sorry, won't make this again!

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