Creamy Pesto Sauce Pasta with Turkey Bacon: The Best Comfort Dish
Indulge in the rich flavors of creamy pesto sauce combined with savory turkey bacon in this delicious pasta dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- In the same skillet, add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the pesto sauce and Parmesan cheese, mixing well.
- Add the cooked pasta and turkey bacon, tossing to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for more color and nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Creamy Pesto Sauce Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food