Sizzling Spaghetti with Turkey Bacon: A Flavorful Twist at Home
A delightful recipe that combines sizzling spaghetti with turkey bacon for a flavorful twist that you can easily make at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy; remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they burst, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked spaghetti and crumbled bacon; toss to combine.
- Stir in fresh basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for more nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 25 mg