Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Twist
A rich and creamy fettuccine alfredo recipe enhanced with the savory flavor of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and chop.
- Add olive oil to the skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and chopped turkey bacon to the sauce, tossing to coat.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- 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 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food, Pasta