Creamy Broccoli Pasta with Turkey Bacon: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delightful and creamy pasta dish featuring crispy turkey bacon and fresh broccoli, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy; remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant, then add broccoli and cook until tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked pasta and crumbled bacon, mixing well.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the turkey bacon and add more vegetables.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Broccoli Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food