Bacon Pasta
A delightful dish that combines the savory smokiness of bacon with the creaminess of heavy cream, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g pasta
- 100g bacon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
- Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Crisp the Bacon: In a medium pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add minced garlic to the pan with bacon fat and sauté until fragrant.
- Simmer the Cream: Stir in heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Combine It All: Add the drained pasta to the pan, tossing it in the creamy mixture and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Notes
For a refreshing drink, pair with a chilled white wine or sparkling water infused with lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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