Creamy Asparagus Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Simple Delight
Enjoy a creamy asparagus pasta dish with the delightful crunch of turkey bacon, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop.
- Add olive oil to the skillet, then sauté garlic and asparagus until softened.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and turkey bacon to the sauce, tossing to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with more Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Asparagus Pasta, Pasta Recipes, Easy Dinner, Turkey Bacon