Cheesy Bacon Cavatappi Pasta
A creamy, cheesy pasta dish featuring crispy bacon and perfectly cooked cavatappi. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz cavatappi pasta
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the cavatappi pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir until well coated in the cheese sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon and serve immediately.
Notes
For a touch of freshness, sprinkle some chopped parsley before serving.