Best Creamy Parmesan Baked Pasta Recipes

Creamy Parmesan Baked Pasta image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pound medium shell pasta
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus additional for the pasta water
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for the pan
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups whole milk, at room temperature
2 cups heavy cream, at room temperature
2 cups grated mild provolone
2 cups freshly grated Parmesan
3 cups broccoli florets, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

For the topping: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Mix together the panko, Parmesan and olive oil in a small bowl. Season with the salt and set aside.
For the pasta: Cook the pasta in boiling salted water for 4 minutes, then reserve 1/4 cup pasta water and drain. Set aside.
Place a medium braiser over medium heat. Melt the butter and whisk in the flour until smooth. Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, then add the cream, whisking. Bring the milk mixture to a simmer, whisking often. Whisk in the provolone and Parmesan until melted and smooth. Season with the salt. Fold in the blanched pasta, reserved pasta water and the broccoli florets. Top with the breadcrumb mixture and bake in the top third of the oven until golden brown and bubbly, about 20 minutes.

Creamy Parmesan Baked Pasta image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the baking dish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound medium shell pasta
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cups freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
6 ounces pancetta, finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter; set aside.
Bring a pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Cook the pasta according to the package directions for al dente. Drain, transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
Meanwhile, mix together the panko, oil, 1 cup of the Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl; set aside.
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring frequently, until golden and crispy, about 8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the pancetta to the bowl with the breadcrumb mixture and stir to combine.
Heat the saucepan with the drippings over medium-high heat. Whisk in the flour and cook until smooth, about 2 minutes. Slowly add the milk and cream, whisking to avoid lumps, and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened, about 3 minutes. Turn off the heat and whisk in the peas, remaining 2 cups Parmesan, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
Pour the sauce over the pasta and stir to combine. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with the breadcrumb mixture. Bake until golden and bubbly, about 10 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with additional Parmesan before serving.