Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta: An Easy Indulgence with Turkey Bacon
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta featuring turkey bacon for a delicious and easy meal option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and crumble.
- Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
- Add cooked pasta and crumbled bacon to the sauce, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the turkey bacon.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg