Creamy Bacon Alfredo Pasta

Name: Creamy Bacon Alfredo Pasta
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 10 slice thick-cut bacon; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 onion; 3 clove large, garlic minced; 8 oz penne pasta; 2 cup chicken broth; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp pepper; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp Cornstarch; 1 tbsp water; 1 tbsp fresh basil

Servings: 4

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Ingredients

10 slice thick-cut bacon cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 onion finely chopped
3 clove large, garlic minced
8 oz penne pasta
2 cup chicken broth
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Cornstarch
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp fresh basil finely chopped

Method

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat, and cook bacon until crisp.
Transfer to a paper towel to drain.
Drain all but 1-2 tablespoons in pan.
Cook onion over medium heat until soft, stir in garlic and cook an additional 30 seconds.
Add in pasta, broth salt and pepper and stir well.
Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to a simmer.
Cook for 13-15 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring every 4-5 minutes.
In a small bowl combine cornstarch with the water and stir into the skillet.
Remove from heat and stir in cream and all of the cheese until cheese has melted.
Garnish with chopped bacon and basil.
Enjoy!!