Quick Creamy Garlic Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Simple Indulgence
A simple yet indulgent dish that combines creamy garlic flavors with the crunch of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook linguine according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- Add olive oil and minced garlic to the skillet, sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked linguine and turkey bacon back into the skillet, tossing to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- This dish can be easily modified by adding vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Quick Creamy Garlic Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Easy Pasta Recipe