Description
Creamy Bacon Cheese Pasta Bake is a comforting, indulgent dish that combines perfectly cooked pasta with a luscious cheese sauce and crispy bacon. This family-friendly recipe is not only easy to whip up but also guaranteed to be the highlight of your gathering. With its inviting golden crust and rich flavors, it’s perfect for cozy dinners or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- Fry bacon in a skillet until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, milk, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
- Combine drained pasta with bacon and cheese mixture; stir well.
- Transfer to the baking dish, top with cheddar cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg