Radiatore Pasta in Creamy Sauce: A Delightful Turkey Bacon Twist
A delicious recipe combining radiatore pasta with a creamy sauce and turkey bacon for a delightful twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces radiatore pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the radiatore pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Mix in the crumbled turkey bacon and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add more Parmesan cheese.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 720 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams