Creamy Pesto Rigatoni: A Spicy Twist with Chili Garlic and Turkey Bacon
A delicious and creamy pasta dish with a spicy kick, combining pesto, chili garlic, and turkey bacon for a unique flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pasta
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the pesto sauce and heavy cream. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked rigatoni and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- This dish is great for leftovers, as the flavors meld together over time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Creamy Pesto Rigatoni, Chili Garlic, Spicy Pasta, Turkey Bacon