Follow these steps for perfect results
Penne
Cooked
Butter
Melted
Canned Sliced Champignon Mushrooms
Drained
Bacon
Diced
Salt
To taste
Pepper
To taste
Grated Edam Or Gouda
Grated
Grated Regato Cheese
Grated
Ketchup
As Needed
Heavy Cream
Divided
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add diced bacon to the saucepan and cook until crispy.
Add drained sliced champignon mushrooms to the bacon and cook until softened.
Season the bacon and mushroom mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
In a large bowl, combine grated Edam (or Gouda) and Regato cheeses.
Set aside a portion of the cheese mixture for topping.
In a baking dish, spread half of the cooked pasta evenly.
Top the pasta with half of the bacon and mushroom mixture.
Drizzle a small amount of ketchup over the bacon and mushrooms.
Sprinkle half of the cheese mixture over the ketchup.
Pour one-third of the heavy cream evenly over the cheese.
Add the remaining pasta to the baking dish.
Top with the remaining bacon and mushroom mixture.
Drizzle a small amount of ketchup over the bacon and mushrooms.
Cover the pasta with the remaining cheese mixture.
Pour the remaining heavy cream evenly over the cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Let the souffle cool slightly before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Expert advice for the best results
Add a layer of breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
Use different types of cheese for a more complex flavor.
Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Serve in a baking dish or individual bowls, garnished with fresh parsley.
Serve with a side salad.
Serve with garlic bread.
Pairs well with the tomato and cheese.
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