Brie, Bacon And Basil Pasta
This creamy and indulgent pasta dish combines crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and gooey brie cheese for a delightful burst of flavors in every bite. The richness of the brie pairs perfectly with the savory bacon and aromatic basil, making this a comforting and satisfying meal that is sure to impress. So grab your ingredients and let's get cooking!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 10 oz pasta
- 1/2 cup pasta water - reserved
- 4 pieces think sliced bacon
- 1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 lb brie, cut into cubes
- 10 basil leaves, cut into a chiffonade
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and the cook the pasta according to the package directions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Place the bacon in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon on both sides until brown and crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set it to cool on a paper towel lined plate. Once the bacon is cool, break it into bite sized pieces.
- Add the thinly sliced onion into the cast iron skillet with the bacon grease and saute over medium high heat until the onions are caramelized, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and toss for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the cubed brie into the cast iron skillet along with ½ cup of the reserved pasta water and a few squeezes of lemon juice. Stir constantly until the cheese is melted and then add the cooked pasta to the mixture and toss to combine. Add the bacon and basil and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 552 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 55 g
- Protein Content: 24 g
- Fat Content: 26 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 13 g
- Trans Fat Content: 0.03 g
- Cholesterol Content: 71 mg
- Sodium Content: 509 mg
- Fiber Content: 3 g
- Sugar Content: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content: 11 g
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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