Creamy Linguini for Two
Creamy Linguini for Two features tender pasta coated in a light Parmesan sauce scented with white pepper and a hint of nutmeg, with crisp bacon adding a savory crunch. It’s rich yet delicate, perfect for a cozy date night or a quick weeknight dinner. Serve alongside a fresh green salad and warm garlic bread.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for about 7 to 8 minutes, or until slightly firm; drain. Remove from the pot, cover, and set aside.
- 2
Meanwhile, cook bacon in a small skillet over medium heat until crispy. Crumble into small pieces and set aside.
- 3
In the pasta pot, melt butter over medium-low heat and add cream; heat thoroughly, but do not let it boil.
- 4
Combine the cooked pasta with the butter and cream mixture. Add Parmesan cheese and bacon; toss well.
- 5
Let the sauce thicken for a few minutes; add ground white pepper and nutmeg. Serve immediately.
- Calories 945.46 kcal High
- Protein 25.11 g Good Source
- Carbs 85.94 g Moderate
- Total Fat 54.85 g High
- Saturated Fat 32.96 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 147.04 mg High
- Sodium 392.09 mg Moderate
- Fiber 6.66 g Good Source
- Sugar 2.04 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 329.3 mg Good Source
- Iron 4.24 mg Good Source
- Potassium 289.13 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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