Presto Bacon and Mushroom Linguine
with Tenderstem® and Cheese
- Cereals containing gluten
- Milk
- Celery
- Egg
A customer favourite, this Presto Bacon and Mushroom Linguine is a tried-and-tested recipe that always wins with a crowd.
Ingredients
180 grams
Linguine
(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)
80 grams
Sliced Mushrooms
60 grams
British Smoked Bacon Lardons
1 unit(s)
Garlic Clove
150 grams
Tenderstem® Broccoli
150 grams
Creme Fraiche
(Contains: Milk)
10 grams
Vegetable Stock Paste
(Contains: Celery)
20 grams
Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese
(Contains: Milk, Egg)
Not included in your delivery
100 milliliter(s)
Reserved Pasta Water
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
a) Boil a full kettle. Pour the boiled water into a large saucepan with 1/2 tsp salt on high heat.
b) Add the pasta and bring back to the boil.
c) Cook until tender, 12 mins.
a) While the pasta cooks, heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on high heat.
b) Once hot, add the sliced mushrooms and bacon lardons.
c) Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden all over, 4-5 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw meat. Cook bacon thoroughly.
a) Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
b) Halve the tenderstem® broccoli widthways.
a) Once the mushrooms and bacon are golden, stir in the garlic and cook for 30 secs.
b) When the pasta has 4 mins left, add the broccoli to the same pan and cook for the remaining time.
c) Once the pasta and broccoli are cooked, reserve some of the pasta water (see pantry for amount), then drain in a colander. Drizzle with oil and stir through to prevent it sticking.
a) Stir the reserved pasta water, creme fraiche and veg stock paste into the mushrooms and bacon. Simmer for 2-3 mins.
b) Add the cooked pasta, broccoli and hard Italian style cheese to the sauce and gently toss to coat.
c) Add another splash of water if the sauce is a bit thick. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
a) Share the bacon and mushroom linguine between your bowls.
Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Aug 2026- Flavour: Rich, creamy, and full of flavour, with many comparing it to a carbonara; a small number found it a little bland without extra seasoning.
- Ease of prep: Quick and straightforward to put together, making it a reliable choice for busy weeknights even for less confident cooks.
- Suggestions: Add extra bacon lardons and mushrooms to boost the meaty flavour, and consider an extra spoonful or two of crème fraîche if the sauce feels too thick or dry. A splash of reserved pasta water helps loosen the sauce if it tightens up on the plate.
- Next-day meals: Leftovers keep well; revive them in a frying pan with a little added water to bring the sauce back to life.
- Portions: The pasta portion is generous, so some found it worth reducing the linguine slightly to better balance the ratio of meat, mushrooms, and sauce.
