Sun-dried Tomato Pasta with Turkey Bacon for an Indulgent Feast
A delicious and indulgent sun-dried tomato pasta dish featuring turkey bacon that is perfect for a feast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- In the same skillet, add the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, sautéing for 2 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Stir until combined and heated through.
- Add the cooked pasta and turkey bacon to the skillet, mixing well.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with a reduced-fat alternative.
- Add more vegetables such as spinach or zucchini for additional nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg