Creamy Tomato Rigatoni Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Delight
A delicious creamy tomato rigatoni pasta dish featuring turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil, onion, and garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- Add diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rigatoni and bacon. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the turkey bacon.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Creamy Tomato Rigatoni Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food