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Creamy Bacon Shells

Creamy Bacon Shells

Rich, cheesy, and smoky, these creamy bacon shells are the ultimate weeknight comfort food. Ready in under 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz pasta shells
Bacon & Aromatics
  • 6 slices bacon chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese shredded
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Parsley chopped, optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. Sauté minced garlic in the bacon drippings for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add heavy cream to the skillet, bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in Parmesan and Mozzarella until smooth.
  5. Add cooked pasta shells and crispy bacon to the sauce. Stir gently to coat, season with salt and pepper.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to add vegetables like spinach, peas, or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and color.