Creamy Garlic Penne Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Delight
A creamy and delicious penne pasta dish with turkey bacon that is sure to comfort your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add the cooked penne and turkey bacon to the sauce, mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
- Feel free to add vegetables for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Penne Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Pasta Recipes
Find it online: https://weekendrecipes.net/creamy-garlic-penne-pasta/