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Garlic Bacon Pasta

A cozy and indulgent pasta dish with crispy bacon, fragrant garlic, and a silky sauce that comes together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, linguine, or any shape)
  • Bacon (thick-cut or thin-cut)
  • Garlic (fresh)
  • Olive Oil
  • Pasta Water
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Red Pepper Flakes
  • Parsley

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Remember to reserve some pasta water before draining.
  • Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove bacon and reserve the fat in the pan.
  • Cook minced garlic in the bacon fat until fragrant and golden. Be careful not to burn it.
  • Combine cooked pasta with garlic oil, pour in some pasta water, add bacon, Parmesan, and seasonings. Toss until coated.
  • Season with black pepper, salt, red pepper flakes, and garnish with parsley. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish by adding veggies, making it creamy, or trying different cheeses. The pasta reheats well and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal
Keyword bacon, easy recipe, garlic, pasta, weeknight dinner
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