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A creamy and delicious bacon pasta recipe that is easy to make and perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
  • 6 slices of bacon chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  3. In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce. Stir in the crispy bacon and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and use turkey bacon instead of regular bacon.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition. Sauté them with the garlic before adding the cream.

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