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Pasta Bacon Zucchini (Cooking Recipes)
Delicious and Creamy Pasta Bacon Zucchini Recipe
I’m excited to share with you today a mouthwatering Italian dish that will satisfy all your comfort food cravings. This pasta bacon zucchini recipe is incredibly creamy and indulgent, yet surprisingly easy and fast to make. With just a few simple steps, you can create a dish that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of your favorite pasta
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
- Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet with bacon grease and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until it is fully coated in the creamy sauce.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and combines with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the pasta bacon zucchini in bowls, garnished with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of crispy bacon.
This pasta bacon zucchini recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for impressing guests at a dinner party. The creamy sauce combined with the smoky bacon and tender zucchini creates a flavor explosion that will leave everyone wanting more. Enjoy this delicious Italian dish with a glass of your favorite wine and savor every bite!