Creamy Broccoli Bacon Pasta

Comfort yourself with a bowl of creamy broccoli bacon pasta. The soft pasta is covered in a rich, velvety sauce that tastes great with the crispy bacon and healthy crunch of broccoli florets.

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces pasta
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Red pepper flakes optional
• Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions:

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 bacon from skillet and set aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet

Add minced garlic to the skillet and saut for about 1 minute until fragrant

Add broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender

Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer

Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened

Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth

Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired

Add the cooked pasta and crispy bacon to the skillet, tossing to coat everything evenly with the creamy sauce

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired