Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta: A Flavorful Twist with Turkey Bacon
Delicious sun-dried tomato pasta combined with savory turkey bacon, offering a unique take on a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy.
- Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan and red pepper flakes, mixing well.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and combine.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
- This dish is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg