Cream Spaghetti with Bacon: A Decadent Comfort Dish

Indulge in a creamy spaghetti dish featuring crispy bacon, ready in 25 minutes—a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Course Main dishes

Cuisine Italian

Servings servings

Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

Large pot
Skillet
Slotted spoon

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 ounces Spaghetti classic pasta

For the Bacon

6 slices Bacon chopped into bits

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
3 cloves Garlic minced
1 cup Heavy Cream
1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated

For Seasoning

Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Red Pepper Flakes to taste (optional)

For Garnish

Fresh Parsley for sprinkling

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti, cooking until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving the fat.
In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, bringing to a simmer. Reduce heat, stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Add the spaghetti and crispy bacon to the sauce, tossing gently. Stir in reserved pasta water if needed for desired consistency.
Plate the spaghetti and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

For the best results, ensure the bacon is crispy and use freshly grated Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 16gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Keyword Bacon, Comfort Food, Cream Spaghetti, Pasta Dish, Quick Recipe

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