Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Ricotta Bacon Pasta, where creamy ricotta meets crispy bacon in a delightful harmony. This dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings friends and family together. Perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests, this pasta promises to satisfy your cravings with its luscious texture and savory taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 6 oz thick-cut bacon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and leave some fat in the skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Lower heat, return pasta to the skillet, add ricotta and bacon bits. Toss gently, adding reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and basil.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese and basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg