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Speck Pasta Bake
A German-inspired pasta bake filled with tangy flavors and crispy speck. Perfect for a hearty lunch.
⏱40 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●12 oz Speckthinly sliced
- ●8 oz pastapenne or bow tie
- ●1 cup tangy saucesuch as marinara or arrabbiata
- ●1/2 cup creamy saucesuch as ricotta or sour cream
- ●1/4 cup grated Parmesanoptional
- ●1/4 cup fresh parsleychopped
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3
In a large skillet, cook the speck over medium-high heat until crispy. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tangy sauce, creamy sauce, and cooked pasta. Stir until well combined.
- 5
Add the cooked speck and stir until coated.
- 6
Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish and top with grated Parmesan (if using).
- 7
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- 8
Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown.
- 9
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.