High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe with Turkey Bacon Delight
A deliciously creamy pasta dish packed with high protein, featuring turkey bacon and savory beef.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 strips turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, combining well. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter option, use low-fat cream or cheese.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg