Mushroom And Chilli Penne Recipe | Food

Date Published:: 30/11/2007

Creamy mushroom, pancetta and chilli penne is easy and quick to make. The delicious creamy Boursin melts over the crisp pancetta and meaty mushrooms in this great pasta recipe.

Serves 2
Ready in 15 minutes

Ingredients

200g dried pasta, like penne
125g pancetta or bacon lardons (or 6 chopped streaky bacon rashers)
4 sliced flat or portabella mushrooms
1 red chilli, deseeded and sliced
Generous splash of olive oil
150g Boursin garlic & herbs cheese
3 handfuls of fresh basil leaves (save some for decoration)

Method: How to make mushroom and chilli penne

1. Cook pasta according to the packet instructions, then drain.

2. Meanwhile, heat a frying pan over a high heat. Add pancetta or bacon lardons and fry for 5 minutes, stirring, until golden. Add mushrooms and red chilli. Add olive oil and cook for 4-5 minutes, then reduce the heat slightly.

3. Add garlic cheese and a splash of water. Stir until melted, then bring to a simmer. Cook for 1 minute to thicken, and season to taste.

4. Stir in the cooked pasta with torn basil leaves. Divide between bowls and scatter with more whole basil leaves to serve.

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I've made this recipe a few times now and its always been a success. I love pasta but i'd got bored of my usual combinations and the boursin sauce is really tasty with the mushrooms. I also add in baby carrots and brocolli - delicious!

Posted by Suzy D on 29/09/2008 17:49:52

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