Garlic Parmesan Pasta: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Delight
Delight in a creamy and savory Garlic Parmesan Pasta recipe enhanced with turkey bacon for a delectable meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Nut-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy; remove and crumble.
- Melt butter in the same skillet; add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer for a few minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; stir until smooth.
- Add cooked spaghetti and crumbled bacon; toss to coat.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This recipe is adaptable; feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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