Description
A comforting dish of creamy penne pasta, crisp bacon, and vibrant peas that promises warmth and delightful flavors, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ yellow onion, diced very small
- 1 cup peas, frozen
- 6 bacon slices, thick cut and sliced small
- ¾ pound penne pasta
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare your pasta: Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook just one minute less than package instructions for al dente.
- Add the peas: Toss in the frozen peas about halfway through cooking the pasta.
- Sizzle the bacon and onions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet and cook diced onions and sliced bacon until crisp and golden.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Drain the pasta and peas, then add to the skillet with bacon and onions. Pour in heavy cream and stir.
- Serve with love: Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the dish straight from the stove.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the bacon and onion mix in advance. Customize with fresh herbs or Parmesan for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg