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Baked Penne with Camembert

Baked Penne with Camembert

Ingredients:

            16oz. penne pasta

            3 tbs. vegetable oil

            3 tbs. green onions, chopped into rings

            ½ cup zucchini, sliced

            ½ cup red bell peppers, seeds removed and sliced

            1 cup cooked ham, cubed

            1 tbs. chopped parsley

            Pinch of Hungarian sweet paprika

            10 oz. Rouge et Noir Camembert

            3 eggs

            ½ cup heavy cream

            ½ cup milk

            Several basil leaves for garnish

            Kosher Salt

            Freshly ground pepper

 

Directions:

            Cook Penne in boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain.

            In a large pan, heat oil and sauté onions, zucchini, and bell peppers for 2-3 minutes. Add ham and sauté briefly. Toss with penne and parsley, and season to taste with paprika, salt, and pepper.  Cut Camembert  into ¼ inch cubes.

            Preheat oven to 375 degrees, Transfer half the pasta to a lightly-oiled casserole dish. Sprinkle half the Camembert over the top. Cover with remaining pasta and a second layer of Camembert.

            In a Bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, and milk. Season to taste with salt and pepper and pour over the casserole. Bake for 35-40 minutes. Garnish with basil leaves and serve.

 

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