Quick Four Cheese Pasta with Bacon and Peas

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Quick Four Cheese Pasta with Bacon and Peas – a creamy, cheesy masterpiece that's ready in just 30 minutes! Featuring a luscious sauce made from Parmesan, mozzarella, Gorgonzola, and Fontina cheeses, this dish boasts layers of indulgent flavor. Crispy bacon and tender, sweet peas add a perfect balance of smoky and fresh notes, while al dente pasta acts as the ideal vehicle for the rich, velvety cheese sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy meal to impress guests, this pasta is simple to prepare, yet delivers gourmet results. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and an herby finish, it’s a one-skillet recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Pasta (penne, rigatoni, or shells)
• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1.5 cups Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup Crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
• 0.5 cup Shredded Fontina cheese
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta. Set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cooled, chop the bacon into small pieces.

Step 3

In the same skillet, remove excess bacon grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan, mozzarella, Gorgonzola, and Fontina cheeses until fully melted and smooth.

Step 5

Add the frozen peas to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are heated through.

Step 6

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper. Adjust to taste as needed.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped bacon pieces. Gently mix everything together to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your quick and cheesy pasta!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1200.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3224.7

Total Fat 234.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 137.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 706.7mg	0%
Sodium 4562.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.3g
Protein 111.8g	0%

Vitamin D 43.8IU	0%
Calcium 1952.2mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 1000.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.7%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 18.0%