Bacon Shrimp Pasta: A Delightfully Creamy Recipe!
Bacon Shrimp Pasta is a creamy and delicious dish that combines succulent shrimp with crispy bacon and pasta, creating a delightful meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked spaghetti, shrimp, and bacon to the skillet. Toss to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.
- This dish is best served immediately for optimal creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg