Cheesy Spaghetti With Bacon and Peas

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 3
Cheesy Spaghetti With Bacon and Peas
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g spaghetti
1 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion , diced
4 slices bacon , cut into strips
2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
250 g smooth ricotta cheese
300 ml light cream
1 cup parmesan cheese , grated
plus extra parmesan cheese , to serve
2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
697
Sugar
5g
Fat
37g
Cheesy Spaghetti With Bacon and Peas is a classic pasta dish that is comfort food at its best. The combination of spaghetti, bacon, and peas in a creamy parmesan sauce is comforting, indulgent, and heartwarming. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, or as a crowd-pleaser at a dinner party. The recipe can be easily adapted to suit different tastes and preferences, with the addition of herbs, spices, or different cheeses. The dish is best served hot, with extra grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley scattered on top for added flavor and freshness.

Instructions

1.Cook spaghetti in a large pot of boiling, salted water according to the packet instructions.
2.In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add frozen peas to the pot.
3.In a large frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
4.Add onion and bacon, and cook for 5 minutes or until onion is soft and bacon is crisp.
5.Add garlic and cook for a further 30 seconds or until fragrant.
6.Stir through ricotta, cream, and grated parmesan cheese until well combined and cheese has melted.
7.Drain spaghetti and peas, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid and add it to the frying pan with the sauce.
8.Toss everything together, adding a splash of the reserved cooking liquid to bring everything together if necessary.
9.Serve hot with extra parmesan cheese and chopped parsley scattered on top.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, with simple ingredients that are easily available.

The combination of bacon, peas, and creamy parmesan sauce is rich and indulgent, making this pasta dish a crowd-pleaser.

The recipe can be easily adapted to suit different tastes and preferences.

CONS

This recipe is not particularly healthy, with high amounts of fat and calories.

It is not suitable for people who are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains good amounts of protein and fiber from the spaghetti, and vitamins and antioxidants from the peas.
However, the high-fat content means that it should be enjoyed occasionally as part of a balanced diet.

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