Creamy Mushroom and Bacon Spaghetti
Ingredients:
– 200 grams of spaghetti
– 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
– 200 grams bacon, chopped
– 250 grams mushrooms, sliced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.
4. In the same pan, add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
5. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook until they are golden brown and tender.
6. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
7. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Add the cooked spaghetti and crispy bacon to the pan, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
9. Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh parsley.