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Pasta with creamy potato sauce and crispy bacon, a delightful comfort food dish.

Pasta with Potato Cream and Bacon

A comforting dish that combines hearty pasta with creamy mashed potatoes and crispy bacon, perfect for any occasion.
Stampa ricetta Pin Recipe
Preparazione 15 minuti
Cottura 30 minuti
Tempo totale 45 minuti
Porzioni: 4 servings
Portata: Dinner, Main Course
Cucina: Italian
Calorie: 520
Ingredienti Method Note

Ingredienti
  

Pasta and Base Ingredients
  • 200 g pasta of your choice Choose a pasta that holds sauce well, like fusilli or rigatoni.
  • 300 g potatoes Starchy varieties like Russet or Yukon Gold recommended.
  • 100 g speck, diced Can substitute with sautéed mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Cook until soft for added sweetness.
  • 200 ml heavy cream Adjust based on desired consistency of potato cream.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • as needed ml Olive oil
  • as needed g Parmesan cheese, grated For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, then peel and mash them.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent.
  3. Add the diced speck and cook until crispy.
  4. Add the mashed potatoes and heavy cream, stirring until combined and creamy.
Cooking
  1. In another pot, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Drain the pasta and add it to the potato cream mixture.
  3. Toss well to combine, adding salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve warm on individual plates, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  2. Garnish with extra bacon bits or chopped parsley if desired.

Note

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of cream or water if needed.