Description
Bacon Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that combines creamy tomato sauce, crispy bacon, and fresh garlic for a rich, comforting meal. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a busy weeknight dinner or a cozy gathering with friends. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this indulgent pasta that promises to please everyone’s palate. The combination of flavors and textures will have your family asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 5 slices bacon
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over low heat until crispy. Remove and set aside on paper towels, reserving drippings in the pan.
- Sauté minced garlic in the reserved drippings over medium heat until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of chicken broth.
- Add remaining broth, tomato paste, seasonings, and heavy cream; stir to combine.
- Simmer with cherry tomatoes and cream cheese until incorporated.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; combine with sauce using tongs.
- Garnish with bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg