High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta with Turkey Bacon for Dinner Bliss
This high protein creamy beef pasta dish is packed with flavor and is complemented by turkey bacon, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: main dish
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: high protein
- 1 pound ground beef
- 6 ounces turkey bacon
- 12 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add turkey bacon, cooking until crispy. Remove and chop.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in beef broth and heavy cream, then add Parmesan cheese. Stir until combined.
- Add the cooked pasta and turkey bacon to the skillet, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute pasta with zucchini noodles.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta, Beef Pasta Recipe, Turkey Bacon Pasta