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Creamy Bacon and Pea Pasta

Creamy Bacon and Pea Pasta: A Cozy Dinner Delight

Creamy Bacon and Pea Pasta is the perfect comforting dish, blending savory bacon and sweet peas in a luscious cream sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta of choice Any short pasta like penne or fusilli works well
For the Sauce
  • 6 slices Bacon Use turkey bacon for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter alternative
  • 1 cup Frozen peas Fresh peas can also be used if available
  • 2 cloves Garlic Consider using garlic powder if fresh is not available
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Feel free to experiment with other cheeses
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to taste
  • to taste Crushed red pepper flakes For a spicy kick
Optional Garnish
  • to taste Fresh basil or parsley Use any herbs you enjoy

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Bacon and Pea Pasta
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add pasta to boiling water and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
  3. In a skillet, cook diced bacon over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until crispy, then transfer to a plate.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic to the bacon fat and sauté for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in heavy cream, simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in frozen peas and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  7. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet, tossing gently. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
  8. Serve with fresh herbs sprinkled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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