20-Minute Bacon and Spinach Pasta (Quick and Creamy)
If you’re searching for a delightful and quick meal that feels indulgent yet is incredibly easy to make, this 20-Minute Bacon and Spinach Pasta is your answer. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines the savory goodness of crispy bacon with fresh spinach, all enveloped in a creamy Parmesan sauce that’s both satisfying and gourmet. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a restaurant-quality meal in no time. Not only is it family-friendly, but it also impresses guests effortlessly. Whether enjoyed as a comforting weekday dinner or a meal prep option, this pasta will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (penne, linguine, or fettuccine)
- 6 slices turkey bacon (chopped)
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside while leaving drippings in the pan.
- Add olive oil and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Lower heat; add heavy cream and stir to combine, then add Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with reserved pasta water until desired creaminess is achieved.
- Mix in the crispy turkey bacon; serve hot garnished with red pepper flakes or fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 95mg