Creamy Bacon and Spinach Fettuccine
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Bacon and Spinach Fettuccine, a decadent pasta dish that combines crispy, smoky bacon with tender baby spinach in a rich, velvety Parmesan cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your dinner table with minimal effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a special occasion. Al dente fettuccine is generously coated in the luscious sauce, while a hint of garlic and freshly cracked black pepper add depth to every bite. The savory crunch of bacon and the fresh, vibrant spinach create a harmonious balance of textures and flavors, ensuring this pasta will be a hit with the whole family. Top it off with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of reserved bacon for a truly irresistible finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 6 oz baby spinach
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set the pasta aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cooled, chop into bite-sized pieces.
Drain excess bacon fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add olive oil to the skillet, followed by the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Lower the heat to medium-low and gently stir in the heavy cream. Allow the cream to heat through, but do not bring it to a boil.
Gradually add the Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
Add the baby spinach to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach wilts.
Season the sauce with black pepper and salt. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it to your desired consistency.
Stir in the chopped bacon, reserving a small amount for garnish if desired.
Serve immediately, garnished with the reserved bacon bits and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3290 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 191.2 g | 245% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.8 g | 499% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 512 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 2558 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 263.0 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 101.0 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1081 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 370 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
