Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta with Turkey Bacon for a Cozy Dinner
This creamy tomato garlic pasta is a perfect cozy dinner option, combining the rich flavor of tomato with savory 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: Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add olive oil and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and mix well. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta and bacon with the sauce. Toss to coat.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta, Cozy Dinner, Turkey Bacon Pasta