{"id":"cmuvkznxv019zks01h7zffq6s","title":"Creamy Mushroom Parmesan Pasta","description":"","status":"READY","collection":"PERSONAL","servings":null,"prepMinutes":null,"cookMinutes":null,"ingredients":[{"name":"pasta – rotini or penne would work best","quantity":8,"unit":"oz","quantityText":"8","section":"","preparation":""},{"name":"strips bacon","quantity":4,"unit":"","quantityText":"4","section":"","preparation":"chopped"},{"name":"mushrooms","quantity":8,"unit":"oz","quantityText":"8","section":"","preparation":"sliced"},{"name":"shallot","quantity":1,"unit":"","quantityText":"1","section":"","preparation":"chopped"},{"name":"garlic","quantity":4,"unit":"cloves","quantityText":"4","section":"","preparation":"minced"},{"name":"thyme","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp","quantityText":"1/2","section":"","preparation":""},{"name":"heavy cream","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup","quantityText":"3/4","section":"","preparation":""},{"name":"chicken broth","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","quantityText":"1/2","section":"","preparation":""},{"name":"grated parmesan cheese","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","quantityText":"1","section":"","preparation":"plus more for garnish"}],"steps":["Bring a large pot of water to a boil then add 1tbsp salt, turn heat down to low and put a lid on it to keep it hot.","Add bacon to a large skillet then place over medium heat and let bacon slowly render its fat and brown.  Once browned, scoop bacon onto a paper towel lined plate to drain.  Remove all but 2 tbsp bacon grease from the skillet.","Turn heat under back up to high and bring to a boil then add noodles.  Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente.  Pasta should be done at the same time as the cream sauce/skillet portion of the dish, but if it’s done before, scoop out 1 cup of pasta cooking water and reserve then drain pasta and set aside.","Meanwhile, turn heat under skillet up to medium-high then add mushrooms and shallot and stir to coat in bacon grease.  Let mushrooms sit and sear until they release their liquid, 2-3 minutes, then saute, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has cooked off.  Add garlic and thyme then continue sauting until the mushrooms are golden brown and tender, 5 minutes, turning heat down slightly if needed to prevent garlic from burning.","Add heavy cream and chicken stock then turn heat up slightly to bring to a simmer.  Add parmesan cheese then stir until smooth.","Add pasta to the skillet.  Stir gently and constantly, adding ¼ cup pasta water at a time to create a smooth and creamy sauce – just keep stirring!  When the pasta is tender and the thickened sauce clings to the pasta, it’s done.","Turn off the heat then add a drizzle of lemon juice (dish shouldn’t taste lemony – just brightened), the cooked bacon, lots of freshly cracked black pepper, and salt to taste.  Scoop into bowls then garnish with more parmesan cheese, if desired, and serve."],"tags":["dinner"],"notes":"","wasPreviouslySold":false,"updatedAt":"2026-10-05T15:54:24.661Z","sources":[{"title":"Creamy Mushroom Parmesan Pasta.docx","uri":"https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yenAM5i9KGZwg_LcAf7LhVYZnOwvm3v0/edit?usp=drivesdk&ouid=105286369994265575089&rtpof=true&sd=true","downloadUri":"/api/recipes/cmuvkznxv019zks01h7zffq6s/sources/cmuvkznxv01a0ks01kwib2f6t"}],"costPerServing":null}