Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Delight
A rich and creamy pasta dish that combines succulent shrimp, crispy turkey bacon, and a delightful garlic sauce.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Cook linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking until they are pink and opaque.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth.
- Combine the cooked linguine and turkey bacon, tossing to coat evenly with sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta, comfort food, shrimp pasta