Bacon Pasta

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Source: Southern Living

Serves 6 people

Categories: Main Dish, Pork

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package penne
  • 12-15 slices bacon
  • 1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups whipping cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions; set aside.

  2. Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp; remove bacon; reserve 2 T drippings in skillet.

  3. Crumble bacon and set aside.

  4. Saute sliced mushrooms and garlic in reserved drippings 3 minutes or until tender.

  5. Stir in pasta, parmesan cheese, whipping cream, and pepper; simmer over medium-low heat until sauce is thickened, stirring often.

  6. Stir in bacon and green onions; serve immediately.

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