How to Make the Perfect Bacon Alfredo
Italian American · Easy · 15 min · 4 servings
This bacon Alfredo delivers creamy indulgent pasta perfection in just 15 minutes with crispy bacon making every bite irresistible. It is one of those quick recipes that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen when really it comes together in no time.
Why this recipe works
This Bacon Alfredo recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 590 calories with 24g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 300 g fettuccine
- 200 g bacon strips chopped
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 80 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp butter
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Cook Pasta
Boil fettuccine in salted water according to package directions until al dente then drain reserving one cup of pasta water.
Step 2: Cook Bacon
Cook chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium high heat for 4 to 5 minutes until crispy then remove bacon and leave 1 tablespoon of drippings in the pan.
Step 3: Make Alfredo Sauce
Add butter and garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds then pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes before stirring in Parmesan until melted and smooth.
Step 4: Combine and Serve
Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss well adding pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency then top with crispy bacon and serve immediately.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- heavy cream → half and half for a lighter sauce with slightly less richness
- bacon → pancetta for a more traditional Italian flavor
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Adding Parmesan to cream that is too hot causing the cheese to clump rather than melt smoothly
- Draining all the pasta water before reserving some making it impossible to loosen the thick sauce
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 590 calories, 24g protein, 50g carbs, 32g fat, 2g fiber.
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