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Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Bowl

Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Bowl

Lunch
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
15min
Servings
1
Calories
820
Chef's Note

This indulgent pasta bowl is the perfect comfort food lunch. For an even richer version, add an extra tablespoon of butter to the sauce. You can prepare the components ahead of time and quickly reheat when ready to eat. For a complete meal, serve with garlic bread on the side. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, though you may need to add a splash of milk when reheating.

Tags
indulgent
comfort-food
creamy
bacon
quick
pasta
bowl
make-ahead
Ingredients

  • 1 cup pasta (rotini or penne)

  • 4 slices bacon

  • 1/3 cup heavy cream

  • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix

  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

  • 1/4 medium red bell pepper

  • 1/3 cup corn kernels

  • 2 stalks green onions

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/4 cup crushed potato chips

Instructions
  • 1

    Cook 1 cup pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.

  • 2

    While pasta cooks, cut 4 slices of bacon into small pieces and cook in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pan.

  • 3

    Add 1 tablespoon butter and 1 minced garlic clove to the bacon fat in the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  • 4

    Dice 1/4 medium red bell pepper and add to the skillet, cooking for 2 minutes until slightly softened.

  • 5

    Add 1/3 cup corn kernels to the skillet and cook for another minute.

  • 6

    Pour in 1/3 cup heavy cream and sprinkle in 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.

  • 7

    Add 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and sauce is smooth. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

  • 8

    Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.

  • 9

    Transfer the pasta to a serving bowl and top with the crispy bacon pieces.

  • 10

    Garnish with chopped green onions and crushed potato chips for extra crunch.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
820
Calories
28g
Protein
65g
Carbs
52g
Fat
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