Creamy Bacon & Mushroom Fettuccine

Indulge in the creamy, savory flavors of this Creamy Bacon & Mushroom Fettuccine. With smoky bacon, earthy mushrooms, and a luscious cream cheese sauce, this recipe is perfect for a comforting yet elegant dinner. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or impressing guests, this easy-to-follow dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

Ingredients:

  • 4 slices bacon, cut into ½” pieces
  • 4 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 shallot (Melissa’s brand or similar), minced
  • 4 ounces fettuccine, uncooked
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil leaves
  • ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley
  • Red pepper flakes, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Pasta : Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
  2. Cook the Bacon : In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon pieces until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel to drain. Leave about 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat in the skillet, discarding the rest.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables : In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture and begin to brown. Add the minced shallot and sauté for another 2 minutes, until fragrant and softened.
  4. Make the Sauce : Lower the heat to medium and add the cubed cream cheese and whole milk to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts into a smooth sauce. Add garlic powder, dried basil, and salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency.
  5. Combine the Ingredients : Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the noodles in the creamy sauce. Stir in the crispy bacon and half of the chopped parsley.
  6. Serve : Plate the fettuccine and garnish with the remaining parsley and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Conclusion:

This Creamy Bacon & Mushroom Fettuccine is the perfect blend of indulgence and simplicity. The creamy, cheesy sauce wraps around every strand of fettuccine, while the bacon and mushrooms add a burst of flavor in every bite. This dish is sure to become a family favorite for its ease and satisfying taste!

Creamy Bacon & Mushroom Fettuccine

A rich and creamy fettuccine pasta dish featuringsmoky bacon, earthy mushrooms, and a cheesy garlic sauce. Perfect for anindulgent yet easy dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-American
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices bacon cut into ½” pieces
  • 4 ounces fresh mushrooms sliced
  • 1 shallot Melissa’s brand or similar, minced
  • 4 ounces fettuccine uncooked
  • 4 ounces cream cheese cubed
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil leaves
  • ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley
  • Red pepper flakes for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Pasta : Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
  • Cook the Bacon : In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon pieces until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel to drain. Leave about 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat in the skillet, discarding the rest.
  • Sauté the Vegetables : In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture and begin to brown. Add the minced shallot and sauté for another 2 minutes, until fragrant and softened.
  • Make the Sauce : Lower the heat to medium and add the cubed cream cheese and whole milk to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts into a smooth sauce. Add garlic powder, dried basil, and salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency.
  • Combine the Ingredients : Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the noodles in the creamy sauce. Stir in the crispy bacon and half of the chopped parsley.
  • Serve : Plate the fettuccine and garnish with the remaining parsley and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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