Penne with Turkey, Bacon, and Camembert Recipe
Description:
Whip up a pot of this delightful Penne with Turkey, Bacon, and Camembert in under 30 minutes, making it a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying after-work meal. Serve it alongside a fresh salad and perhaps some crusty bread for a truly satisfying dining experience. 🥗🍞
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Chicken, Penne, Poultry, Cheese, Onions, Vegetable, Meat, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 410.1 per serving
- Fat Content: 14.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 61.4mg
- Sodium Content: 395.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 48.4g
- Fiber Content: 6.7g
- Sugar Content: 1.2g
- Protein Content: 21.6g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Penne pasta | 8 oz |
| Onion | 1 large |
| Bacon | 2 slices |
| Reduced-sodium chicken broth | 1 1/4 cups |
| Camembert cheese | 2/3 cup |
| Fresh basil | 2 tbsp |
| Salt | To taste |
| Fresh ground black pepper | To taste |
| Turkey | 1 unit |
| Whipping cream | 2 cups |
Instructions:
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Cook Penne: Begin by cooking the penne pasta according to the package directions. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside for later use.
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Prepare Onion and Bacon: In a medium-sized saucepan, cook the onion and bacon over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Cook until the bacon is nicely browned, which should take approximately 4 minutes.
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Add Turkey: Once the bacon is browned, add the turkey to the saucepan. Cook for about 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Introduce Chicken Broth: Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the reduced-sodium chicken broth.
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Incorporate Camembert: Add the Camembert cheese to the saucepan. Cook until the cheese has melted completely, creating a creamy and flavorful sauce.
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Combine Pasta and Cream: Stir in the cooked penne pasta along with the whipping cream.
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Season to Taste: Add the fresh basil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the mixture. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
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Serve: Once everything is well combined and heated through, your Penne with Turkey, Bacon, and Camembert is ready to be served. Plate it up and enjoy this delicious meal with your favorite side dishes. 🍽️
This recipe yields approximately 4 servings, making it perfect for sharing with family or friends. Enjoy the delightful flavors of tender turkey, savory bacon, creamy Camembert cheese, and aromatic basil, all combined to create a truly satisfying dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
