Cavatelli Pasta Recipe
Cavatelli Pasta Recipe
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Cavatelli Pasta Recipe
This cavatelli pasta recipe combines the chewy texture of homemade cavatelli with crispy bacon, garlic, and a light sauce for a deliciously comforting meal. Perfect for any occasion, this dish will be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces cavatelli pasta
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Cavatelli:
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the cavatelli according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. - Cook the Bacon:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels, leaving some drippings in the pan. - Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes:
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften. - Add Cream and Cheese:
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well and allow the sauce to simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with black pepper and salt to taste. - Combine:
Add the cooked cavatelli and crispy bacon to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined and coated in the sauce. - Serve:
Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh basil. Enjoy your cavatelli pasta with bacon.
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cavatelli pasta recipe
This cavatelli pasta recipe combines the chewy texture of homemade cavatelli with crispy bacon, garlic, and a light sauce for a deliciously comforting meal. Perfect for any occasion, this dish will be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces cavatelli pasta
- 6 slices of bacon chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh basil chopped (for garnish)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Cavatelli: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the cavatelli according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels, leaving some drippings in the pan.
- Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well and allow the sauce to simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with black pepper and salt to taste.
- Combine: Add the cooked cavatelli and crispy bacon to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined and coated in the sauce.
- Serve: Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh basil. Enjoy your cavatelli pasta with bacon.
Notes
- For a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
