Creamy Mushroom and Bacon Pasta (Cremige Pilz- und Speckpasta)
This creamy mushroom and bacon pasta is a delicious and comforting dish from Lower Saxon cuisine. The combination of earthy mushrooms, savory bacon, and rich cream sauce makes for a satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 250g pasta
- 200g bacon, diced
- 300g mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté until they are golden brown and all the liquid has evaporated.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Add the cooked pasta and crispy bacon to the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
- Divide the pasta among serving plates and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 450 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 18g
- Fat
- 25g
Supplies
Large skillet Cooking pot Colander Wooden spoon
Tools
Stove Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the creamy mushroom and bacon pasta with a side of crusty bread and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream, and turkey bacon as a substitute for pork bacon.
Cost
$15