Description
Creamy bacon pasta is a rich and satisfying dish that combines pasta with crispy bacon in a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy; remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked spaghetti and bacon to the skillet; toss to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use your favorite pasta shape if you prefer.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Serve immediately for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: creamy bacon pasta