Penne Pasta with Peas and Bacon
A delicious and creamy dish combining crispy bacon, sweet peas, and rich Parmesan cheese, perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None specified
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup sweet peas (fresh or frozen)
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and let it drain on paper towels, then crumble.
- In the same skillet, add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add the peas and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese, mixing well.
- Add the crumbled bacon, season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Great paired with a simple green salad or garlic bread. Customize with other vegetables like spinach or asparagus.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg