Elvis Spaghetti
Prepare your taste buds for a bold and unexpected flavor adventure with Elvis Spaghetti, a creamy and indulgent fusion dish inspired by the King himself. This unique recipe pairs tender al dente spaghetti with a velvety sauce made from creamy peanut butter, mashed ripe banana, and heavy cream, offering a sweet-savory twist that's truly one of a kind. Crispy bacon pieces and fresh garlic lend a smoky-salty depth, perfectly balanced by the richness of parmesan cheese and a sprinkling of black pepper. Finished with a vibrant garnish of chopped parsley, this unforgettable pasta dish combines comfort food magic with a dash of rock 'n' roll nostalgia. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a conversation-starting dish for guests, Elvis Spaghetti is a creative take on classic ingredients that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 200 grams bacon
- 1 large ripe banana
- 4 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 50 grams parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
While the spaghetti cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on paper towels to drain. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease in the skillet.
Mash the ripe banana in a small bowl until smooth and set aside.
In the same skillet with the reserved bacon grease, add the butter and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the peanut butter, mashed banana, and heavy cream. Whisk the mixture until smooth and creamy.
Add the reserved pasta water a little at a time to thin the sauce to your desired consistency. Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet, ensuring the noodles are coated evenly with the sauce.
Crumble the crispy bacon and sprinkle it over the spaghetti. Add freshly grated parmesan cheese, black pepper, and salt to taste. Stir well to combine.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley for a fresh pop of color and flavor. Enjoy this unexpected yet delicious fusion dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.7 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.9 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 424 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 6375 mg | 277% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.6 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 125.4 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 591 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2151 mg | 46% | |
*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.
