Name: Creamy Bacon Pasta Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti); 6 slices bacon, chopped; 1 cup heavy cream; ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp butter; ½ tsp black pepper; ½ tsp salt; ½ cup pasta water (reserved); 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Creamy Bacon Pasta Recipe

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This creamy bacon pasta recipe is the perfect combination of crispy bacon, a luscious creamy sauce, and tender pasta. Quick and easy to make, it's a satisfying meal for any night of the week.

Author: Sandy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: pasta
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp butter
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
½ cup pasta water (reserved)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

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Instructions

Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Lower heat, add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
Add cooked pasta and crispy bacon to the sauce, tossing to coat. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
Adjust sauce consistency with pasta water.
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 620
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 580mg

Find it online: https://sandyrecipes.com/creamy-bacon-pasta-recipe/