Creamy Bacon And Mushroom Pasta Recipe
Make Creamy Bacon and Mushroom Pasta your go-to for a creamy, savoury meal that combines crisp bacon and succulent mushrooms in a rich sauce.
Creamy Bacon And Mushroom Pasta Recipe
This dish is punctuated by the aroma of fresh garlic and a hint of herbs, paired beautifully with the subtle tang of a fresh lemon finish. It’s an ideal recipe for a comforting meal that feels special without the fuss. It’s a culinary encore that brings simplicity and elegance to your table, offering a cozy yet sophisticated twist to pasta night.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta (I used bucatini)
- 6 strips bacon cut into small pieces
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
- For serving: freshly grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley optional
Instructions
- Boil a salted pot of water and cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions.
- Meanwhile, fry the bacon in a skillet until crispy over medium-high heat. When it’s done, transfer it to a paper towel lined plate. Leave the bacon fat in the pan.
- Add the mushrooms to the skillet, and cook them, stirring occasionally, for about 5-6 minutes or until they release water and it’s been cooked off.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Take the mushrooms out of the pan (add them to the same plate that has the bacon).
- Add the broth, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, flour, and Dijon mustard to the pan. Give it a good stir (only let it cook for about a minute max or it’ll all cook off).
- Add in the cream and let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms and bacon back to the skillet. Let it heat through/cook for a few more minutes until it’s slightly thickened, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet and toss.
- Season with salt & pepper as needed and serve with parmesan cheese and parsley if desired. If the sauce gets a tad too thick, add in a splash of the hot pasta water prior to draining it.
Serving Suggestions
- Fresh Crusty Bread or Dinner Rolls
- Green Salad
- Steamed Broccoli or Asparagus
- Roasted Vegetables
Tips and Tricks
- Bacon Preparation: Cut the bacon into small pieces for even cooking and easy eating.
- To maximize flavor, cook the cremini mushrooms in the bacon fat until they’re browned and their liquid has evaporated. This intensifies their taste and texture.
- If your sauce is too thick, don’t hesitate to thin it out with a splash of pasta water before draining the pasta.
