PASTA

CREAMY BACON PASTA {NO BOIL}

CREAMY BACON PASTA {NO BOIL}
I am in love with no-boil pasta recipes. Boiling pasta isn't a big deal, but it takes time for the water to boil and then cook the pasta. Not to mention the extra dirty dish. This pasta dish is literally a one-pot dish. 
Creamy Bacon Pasta {No Boil}
Ingredients
  • 12 oz campanelle pasta (can use bow-tie or penne)
  • 32 oz low-sodium chicken broth
  • 12 oz evaporated milk (I used 2%)
  • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese (can use light)
  • 8 oz cooked, chopped bacon (can use turkey bacon)
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
Instructions
  1. In large skillet, combine pasta, evaporated milk, chicken stock, onion powder, garlic powder and red pepper flakes. Cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes, until pasta is done and liquid has reduced. 
  2. Stir in parmesan, cream cheese, frozen peas and bacon. Simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes for the sauce to thicken.