Ingredients
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- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 strips turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Stir in the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic, salt, and black pepper, and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the frozen peas and cooked pasta, stirring to combine.
- Remove from heat and mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, replace turkey bacon with sautéed mushrooms or smoked tempeh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams