Creamy Broccoli Pasta: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Delight
A creamy and delicious pasta dish featuring broccoli and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove from skillet and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add broccoli and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the pasta and cheese, mixing until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper. Top with crumbled bacon before serving.
Notes
- Can substitute bacon with vegetarian options if desired.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra spice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Creamy Broccoli Pasta, Turkey Bacon Pasta, Easy Pasta Recipe