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Pasta and Fresh Cilantro Crunchy Stuff

By: Teagan  
"This is such a tasty recipe! If you're looking for something different, here it is! I get compliments on this all the time. There's some work involved but it's so worth it."

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What to Drink?

Wine Pinot grigio
Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 16 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 4 bunches cilantro leaves
  • 2 bunches fresh basil, stems removed
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 24 ounces freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 pounds crimini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 (8 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
  • 3 (16 ounce) jars Alfredo pasta sauce
  • 2 (16 ounce) packages fusilli pasta

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. In a blender or food processor, puree the cilantro, basil, and 3 cloves of garlic until minced very fine. Thoroughly combine the herb mixture in a large bowl with the Parmesan, and 1/4 cup of olive oil; season to taste with salt and pepper. Pack the mixture firmly, about 1 inch thick, into a medium-sized, glass baking dish.
  3. Bake in preheated oven until the top is lightly browned and crispy, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from oven, stir well, and return to the oven for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven, break apart with a spoon, and allow to cool.
  4. While the crunchy stuff is baking, heat olive oil in a large pan over low heat. Lightly brown 2 tablespoons of garlic, stir in the mushrooms, and cook until softened. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, and Alfredo sauce; cook to warm.
  5. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. To serve, toss pasta in sauce, and sprinkle with crunchy stuff!

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 733 | Total Fat: 45.4g | Cholesterol: 72mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 28, 2006 by Melissa 
This recipe tasted great! The only problem I had was with getting the "crunchy" stuff to be... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2006 by CBARQUERO 
Very tasty. It took a little longer for the crunchy stuff to brown. My husband loved it! MORE

 
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