Ingredients

  • 4-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
  • 1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
  • 2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 8 cooked bacon strips, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 3 tablespoons sherry or additional chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Method

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute mushrooms and onion in butter for 3-5 minutes or until onion is tender. Whisk in flour and nutmeg until blended. Add cream and broth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly.
  • Drain pasta; stir into cream sauce. Add the broccoli, chicken, tomatoes, bacon, 1/4 cup cheese and sherry. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with almonds and remaining cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.