Description
Creamy Mushroom & Bacon Linguine is a comforting dish that combines al dente linguine with a rich, velvety sauce featuring crispy bacon and earthy mushrooms. Perfect for cozy evenings or entertaining guests, this recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a gourmet experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With its stunning presentation and mouthwatering aroma, this dish is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 6 oz thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon but leave some drippings in the skillet.
- Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in the bacon drippings for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until tender and browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well to combine. Let it simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked linguine, crispy bacon, and Parmesan cheese to the sauce. Toss gently until everything is well coated; season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 95mg