Pasta Rustica with Pesto and Peppercorn Crusted Bac

Name: Pasta Rustica with Pesto and Peppercorn Crusted Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 clove Garlic, Minced; 1 cup Cremini Mushrooms, Sliced; 3 cups Chicken Broth; 3 cups Fusilli Pasta; 1 cup Milk; 2 Tablespoons Basil Pesto; 4 Portions (squares) Laughing Cow Cheese; 1 Roasted Red Pepper, Sliced (either From A Jar Or Roasted Yourself); 6 leaves Baby Spinach, Thinly Sliced, For Garnish; Grated Fresh Parmesan, For Garnish

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 clove Garlic, Minced
1 cup Cremini Mushrooms, Sliced
3 cups Chicken Broth
3 cups Fusilli Pasta
1 cup Milk
2 Tablespoons Basil Pesto
4 Portions (squares) Laughing Cow Cheese
1 Roasted Red Pepper, Sliced (either From A Jar Or Roasted Yourself)
6 leaves Baby Spinach, Thinly Sliced, For Garnish
Grated Fresh Parmesan, For Garnish

1
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add cubed bacon and simmer until bacon turns into crispy bits.
3
With a slotted spoon, remove bacon bits from the saucepan and place on paper towels.
4
Pat to absorb excess oil.
5
Set aside.
6
Dispense bacon grease however you do (bacon grease jar that you store beneath your sink, etc.).
7
Give the saucepan a quick rinse/dry.
8
Add olive oil and bring heat to medium-low.
9
Once oil is heated, add garlic and simmer until fragrant.
10
Add mushrooms and saute until tender.
11
Once tender, transfer mushrooms and garlic to a small pot and cover to keep warm.
12
Set aside.
13
Add chicken broth to the saucepan and increase heat to medium-high.
14
Bring to a boil.
15
Add fusilli to the chicken broth and cook until pasta is tender and chicken broth has been absorbed by the noodles (approximately 15 minutes).
16
Add more chicken broth is needed throughout the cooking process.
17
Once the noodles are nearly done, add milk, the pesto, and Laughing Cow cheese.
18
Stir to mix and to melt the cheese.
19
Simmer until cheese is completely melted.
20
Add the mushrooms, garlic, and roasted red peppers.
21
Stir well to coat.
22
Remove from heat.
23
Garnish with bacon, thinly sliced baby spinach, and fresh Parmesan.

1496

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 clove Garlic, Minced, 1 cup Cremini Mushrooms, Sliced, 3 cups Chicken Broth, and more.

Yes, Pasta Rustica with Pesto and Peppercorn Crusted Bacon falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pasta Rustica with Pesto and Peppercorn Crusted Bacon

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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