Penne Peas Bacon Pasta (Creamy 30-Minute Dinner)

Penne Peas Bacon Pasta (Creamy 30-Minute Dinner)

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Make penne peas bacon pasta with crisp bacon, sweet peas, and a silky Parmesan cream sauce. A fast weeknight dinner that tastes rich without much prep.

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Cooking tools:

  • Pot
  • Colander
  • Skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Measuring cup
  • Wooden spoon
  • Tongs
  • Grater
  • Measuring spoon
  • Slotted spoon
  • Ladle
  • Stove
  • Serving bowl
  • Kitchen towel
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Plate

Ingredients

  • 12 oz (340 g) penne
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt, for the pasta water
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water
  • 6 oz (170 g) thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, only if the bacon is very lean
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
  • 1 1/2 cups (210 g) frozen peas
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Black pepper, to taste

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