Ingredients for Farfalle Bow Tie Pasta With Creamy Bacon Leek Sauce
- 4 slices bacon
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 cups sliced leeks
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound farfalle pasta
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup diced cooked ham
- salted water
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How to Make Farfalle Bow Tie Pasta With Creamy Bacon Leek Sauce
- Cook 4 slices bacon in a large frying pan over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside on paper towels; crumble when cool.
- In the same pan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 2 cups sliced leeks and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until softened.
- Add 1/2 cup diced cooked ham (or substitute with 4 slices cooked bacon) and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until lightly browned.
- Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup dry white wine, 1/4 cup sour cream, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Stir occasionally.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon/ham and season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Meanwhile, cook 1 pound farfalle pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions. Drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the sauce.
- Toss gently to combine the pasta and sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese (optional).
- Enjoy with a side salad and crusty bread for a complete meal!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
40 g
Sugar
14g
Fat
141g
Carbs
31g
