Description
A delightful take on a classic pasta dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add olive oil and garlic to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta and crumbled bacon in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with milk.
- Adding vegetables like spinach or peas can enhance the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Quick Creamy Garlic Pasta, Turkey Bacon