Creamy Vodka Pasta Perfection: Indulgent Turkey Bacon Delight
A rich and creamy pasta dish that combines vodka sauce with crispy turkey bacon for a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Flexitarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup vodka
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta 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 crumble.
- Add olive oil and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until fragrant.
- Pour in the vodka and simmer for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta and crumbled bacon with the sauce, tossing well to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of vodka to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Vodka Pasta, Pasta Recipes, Turkey Bacon Recipes