Creamy Garlic Pasta with Turkey Bacon: An Indulgent Homemade Delight
A rich and creamy garlic pasta dish topped with crispy turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omental
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy; remove and crumble.
- Add olive oil and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then add Parmesan cheese, stirring until combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and top with crumbled turkey bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust garlic quantity for stronger flavor.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Homemade Pasta