Hideaway Pasta Recipe
Penne pasta tossed in a creamy parmesan marsala sauce with roasted chicken, jumbo shrimp, & bacon, topped with our five-cheese blend
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Proteins
Sauce Ingredients
Topping
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Cook the Penne Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing Proteins
- 2
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, leaving bacon fat in the skillet.
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
In the same skillet with bacon fat, add the jumbo shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Prepare the Sauce
In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the Marsala wine and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Add Cream and Cheese
Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing well until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Combining Ingredients
- 6
Combine Pasta, Chicken, and Bacon
Add the cooked penne pasta, diced roasted chicken, and crispy bacon to the sauce. Toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- 7
Fold in Shrimp
Gently fold the cooked shrimp into the pasta mixture.
Finishing Touch
- 8
Add Cheese Topping
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the pasta mixture into a baking dish and top with the five-cheese blend. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
- 9
Serve the Pasta
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then serve hot. Enjoy your Hideaway Pasta!