That Viral Creamy Garlic Butter Ditalini Pasta with Turkey Bacon
This creamy garlic butter ditalini pasta with turkey bacon is a viral sensation that combines rich flavors and comforting textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces ditalini pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook ditalini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and turkey bacon to the sauce, mixing to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes.
- Vegetarians can swap turkey bacon with sautéed mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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