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Creamy Bacon and Pea Pasta

Creamy Bacon and Pea Pasta That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Creamy Bacon and Pea Pasta is a quick and delightful dish that combines savory bacon, fresh peas, and a rich creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz pasta your favorite type
  • 4 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your equipment.
  2. Cook the pasta according to package directions in boiling water for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Cook chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté frozen peas for 3-4 minutes until bright green.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes, then stir in Parmesan until melted.
  6. Add drained pasta and mix thoroughly with the creamy sauce, peas, and bacon.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley or additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for busy weeknights and serves as a crowd-pleaser. Adjust seasoning to your taste.

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