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Marry Me Bacon Pasta
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
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In a large pan over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside on a paper towel.
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Add diced onion to the bacon fat and cook until translucent. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; sauté until garlic is fragrant.
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Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and stir.
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Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried parsley.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese, spinach, and chopped bacon. Mix until well combined and cheese is melted.
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Add cooked pasta and a splash of pasta water. Toss until sauce is creamy and coats the pasta.
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Top with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bacon Rendering Magic 🥓Start bacon in a cold pan to render fat slowly and achieve maximum crispiness, ensuring even golden-brown texture without burning.
- Pasta Water Preservation 💧Always reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining - it's liquid gold for creating a silky, emulsified sauce that clings perfectly to the pasta.
- Sun-Dried Tomato Pro Tip 🍅Finely chop sun-dried tomatoes and let them bloom in hot oil for 30-60 seconds before adding other ingredients to intensify their concentrated flavor profile.
- Creamy Sauce Stability 🥄Temper heavy cream by adding it gradually and stirring constantly to prevent curdling, maintaining a smooth and luxurious sauce consistency.
- Seasoning Layer Build 🧂Create a custom spice blend by toasting garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in the pan for 15-20 seconds before adding liquids to unlock deeper, more complex flavors.
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