Pig in a Haystack Recipe

Name: Pig in a Haystack
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3/4 pound mushrooms, sliced; 1 6-ounce package thinly sliced Canadian bacon, cut into matchstick-size strips; 1 green onion bunch, chopped; 2 tablespoons (generous) drained capers; 1/2 pound vermicelli, freshly cooked; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup whipping cream; 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted; Additional grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 pound mushrooms, sliced
1 6-ounce package thinly sliced Canadian bacon, cut into matchstick-size strips
1 green onion bunch, chopped
2 tablespoons (generous) drained capers
1/2 pound vermicelli, freshly cooked
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
Additional grated Parmesan cheese

1
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add mushrooms; saute until tender and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
3
Add bacon, green onions and capers; toss to combine.
4
Add vermicelli, 1 cup Parmesan, cream and pine nuts; toss until sauce thickens and coats pasta and mixture is heated through.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Transfer pasta to large shallow bowl.
7
Serve, passing additional Parmesan separately.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3/4 pound mushrooms, sliced, 1 6-ounce package thinly sliced Canadian bacon, cut into matchstick-size strips, 1 green onion bunch, chopped, and more.

Yes, Pig in a Haystack 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.

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