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Creamy Pasta with Peas & Halal Turkey Bacon

A comforting pasta dish that combines creamy sauce, tender peas, and crispy Halal turkey bacon, perfect for a family dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini) Works best with penne or rotini.
  • 1 cup frozen peas (thawed) Thawed peas are used.
Creamy Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or Parmesan) Any cheese that melts well can be used.
Flavor Ingredients
  • 4 slices Halal turkey bacon (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) Minced for flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) Add for presentation.

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. In a large pot, boil water and add a pinch of salt. Once boiling, add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Cooking Turkey Bacon
  1. In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped Halal turkey bacon and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes, mixing occasionally.
Adding Flavor
  1. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Making Creamy Base
  1. Pour in heavy cream and stir well. Lower heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until it begins to thicken.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the cooked pasta and thawed peas. Toss everything together until well combined. If the mixture seems too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water.
Adding Cheese
  1. Stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Plate your pasta and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your warm bowl of creamy deliciousness!

Notes

Feel free to substitute Halal turkey bacon for grilled chicken or shrimp. Ensure pasta is cooked al dente for the best texture. The dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for about a month. Reheat with a splash of heavy cream or reserved pasta water.