Penne Pasta with Peas and Bacon
A comforting dish of penne pasta adorned with rich cream, crispy bacon, and vibrant peas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- Penne pasta
- Peas
- Bacon
- Cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Boil the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop.
- Add olive oil to the skillet and then minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Bring the peas into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and bacon, then add cream and Parmesan, mixing well.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or cracked pepper.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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