Creamy Pesto Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Quick Indulgent Delight
This creamy pesto pasta with turkey bacon is a quick indulgent delight that combines convenience with rich flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream and pesto over medium heat.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and parmesan cheese, then mix well.
- Add the chopped turkey bacon and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
Notes
- This recipe can be made with regular bacon if preferred.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Pesto Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Quick Recipes, Pasta Dishes