Creamy Bacon Cheese Pasta Bake
Creamy Bacon Cheese Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort dish that combines al dente pasta, crispy bacon, and a velvety cheese sauce for an indulgent experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this casserole features a delightful golden crust and rich flavors in every bite. Easy to prepare and customize with your favorite ingredients, it’s bound to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) short pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup (50g) panko breadcrumbs mixed with 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, fry the bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
- In the same skillet, combine heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; simmer until slightly thickened.
- In a bowl, mix cooked pasta, crumbled bacon, half of both cheeses, and the cream sauce until well coated.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish, top with remaining cheeses and breadcrumbs, then bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg