Creamy Garlic Penne Pasta: Indulgent Comfort with Turkey Bacon
Experience the rich flavors of creamy garlic penne pasta, accented with the savory addition of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop.
- Add garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in grated Parmesan, along with salt and pepper, until the sauce thickens.
- Combine cooked pasta and chopped turkey bacon with the sauce. Toss well.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Penne Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food
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