Vegetarian Recipe: Easy Creamy Pasta with Turkey Bacon Delight
Delight in this creamy pasta dish with a vegetarian twist, featuring turkey bacon for a burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add turkey bacon and garlic. Cook until bacon is crispy.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add some fresh herbs like basil or parsley.
- Use gluten-free pasta if desired for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams