Baked Camembert Pasta with Crispy Shallots
Baked Camembert Pasta with Crispy Shallots is a creamy, indulgent dish that combines rich melted cheese and perfectly cooked pasta, topped with crunchy shallots for an irresistible flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 round (8 oz) Camembert cheese
- 1/2 cup crispy shallots
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the penne in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Add Camembert chunks to the sauce until melted and creamy.
- Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Serve topped with crispy shallots and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Swap out Camembert for Brie or goat cheese for different flavors. Incorporate sautéed spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.