Creamy Pasta with Bacon Recipe

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"My son loves bacon, so this side is a hit with him. Sometimes I even add chicken to make it a main dish." - Kim Uhrich, Cabot, Arkansas

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Creamy Pasta with Bacon Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield: 6 Servings

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Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated linguine
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
3 eggs, lightly beaten
8 cooked bacon strips, chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
In a small bowl, whisk flour and cream until smooth; stir into the pan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer.
Drain linguine; add to the pan. Stir in bacon and cheese; heat through. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 474 calories, 33 g fat (17 g saturated fat), 202 mg cholesterol, 440 mg sodium, 29 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 15 g protein.

Originally published as Creamy Pasta with Bacon in Taste of Home Annual Recipes Annual 2010, p29

Parmesan Pointers

When a recipe calls for shredded Parmesan cheese, use the cheese found in bags in the grocery store dairy section. Shredded Parmesan is often used in salads or soups where the shreds make a pretty garnish. If grated Parmesan is called for, use the finely grated cheese sold in containers with shaker/pourer tops. This type works well in lasagna and casseroles. (You can substitute either shredded or grated Parmesan in equal proportions in your favorite recipes.) If you decide to buy a chunk of Parmesan cheese and grate your own, be sure to use the finest section on your grating tool. You can also use a blender or food processor. Simply cut the cheese into 1-inch cubes and process 1 cup of cubes at a time on high until finely grated.