Description
Penne Pasta with Peas and Bacon is a dish that’s guaranteed to become a new family favorite, combining classic flavors of penne pasta, sweet peas, and savory bacon.
Ingredients
1 pound penne pasta
1 cup fresh or frozen peas
6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
2 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh herbs (such as basil, parsley, or thyme), for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions, until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
2. 2. In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the bacon grease in the pan.
3. 3. Add the olive oil and minced garlic to the skillet with the bacon grease. Cook the garlic for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
4. 4. Add the cooked penne pasta and peas to the skillet. Toss everything together, allowing the peas to heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
5. 5. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cooked bacon and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6. Serve the Penne Pasta with Peas and Bacon hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
To ensure your Penne Pasta with Peas and Bacon turns out absolutely perfect, keep these tips in mind:
– Cook the pasta al dente: Avoid overcooking the penne, as this can lead to a mushy texture.
– Crisp up the bacon: For the best bacon flavor and texture, cook it over medium heat until it’s crispy and golden brown.
– Enhance the flavors: Don’t be afraid to get creative with herbs and spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: penne pasta, peas, bacon