Buttery Garlic and Herb Shrimp and Pancetta Pasta Bake

Directions

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Total

40 min

1. Step 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Step 2

   Cook noodles to al dente, set aside.

3. Step 3

   Cook pancetta in small pan, set aside, keep grease.

4. Step 4

   Melt 1 tbsp. butter in large skillet

5. Step 5

   Add 3 cloves minced garlic cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

6. Step 6

   Add shrimp and parsley, saving some parsley for garnish, cook 3-4 minutes over medium high heat.

7. Step 7

   Remove shrimp from pan leaving everything else, set aside, turn burner to medium low.

8. Step 8

   Add remaining 2 tbsp. butter to pan.

9. Step 9

   Once butter is melted, mix in 2 tbsp. flour, cook 1 minute until thickened.

10. Step 10

    Add pancetta with some grease, 1 1/2 cups of milk, and 1/4 cup chicken broth.

11. Step 11

    Mix ingredients together and bring to a simmer.

12. Step 12

    Add 1/2 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup Italian blend cheese.

13. Step 13

    Season with 1 tbsp. Buttery Garlic and Herb Rub and mix.

14. Step 14

    Add shrimp, tomatoes, and cooked penne and mix.

15. Step 15

    Place mix in a baking pan and top with 1/4 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup Italian cheese blend.

16. Step 16

    Bake 10 minutes at 400°F or until melted and bubbly.

17. Step 17

    Garnish with parsley and serve