Caramelized Shallot Pasta: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
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Experience the delightful combination of caramelized shallots and crispy turkey bacon in this easy pasta recipe.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 4 shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add the sliced shallots to the skillet and cook until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss to combine.
- Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the turkey bacon.
- Feel free to add other veggies like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 900 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams