Copycat Cheesecake Factory Pasta Di Vinci

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I do love the cheesecake factory - i have never had a bad meal at any of their restaurants that i've visited, but i have to admit that i'm even more addicted to their pasta dishes than to their cheesecakes!!

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Steps

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Prepare pasta following the direction on pasta package.

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Saute onions , mushrooms and garlic in 1 tablespoon of the butter until tender.

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Remove the onions , mushrooms and garlic and set them aside.

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In the same pan , cook the chicken , stirring frequently.

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Remove the chicken and set aside until later.

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To the same pan , add 2 tablespoons butter and melt over a low-medium heat.

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Sprinkle the flour over the butter and stir to make a roux.

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Slowly add in the wine , water and heavy cream , stirring constantly.

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Cook over a medium heat until thickened , stirring often.

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Add the parsley and let simmer for a few minutes.

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Add the chicken , mushrooms , garlic and onions back in and simmer for 2 more minutes.

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Pour over the pasta and server with parmesan cheese.

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Ingredients

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penne pasta, red onion, mushroom, garlic, chicken breast, butter, flour, salt, madeira wine, water, heavy cream, fresh parsley, parmesan cheese