Creamy Tomato Garlic Rigatoni Pasta Recipe with Turkey Bacon Delight
Enjoy this Creamy Tomato Garlic Rigatoni Pasta with Turkey Bacon, a delightful recipe that combines savory flavors with a creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Add the cooked rigatoni and turkey bacon to the sauce and toss until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the turkey bacon.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 700 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
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