Garlic Parmesan Pasta: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon Delight
Delicious and easy-to-make Garlic Parmesan Pasta with the savory addition of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add cooked spaghetti, Parmesan cheese, turkey bacon, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Toss to combine.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the turkey bacon or substitute with mushrooms.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your preference for a more intense flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams