Creamy Pasta with Bacon (Print Version)
Delicious pasta with peas and crispy bacon in a smooth, creamy dressing - perfect for gatherings and family meals.
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta Salad Base
01 -
12 oz small pasta noodles
02 -
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
03 -
12 oz thick-cut bacon, cooked and chopped
04 -
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
→ Creamy Dressing
05 -
3/4 cup mayonnaise
06 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
07 -
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
08 -
1 teaspoon granulated sugar (to taste)
09 -
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
10 -
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (to taste)
11 -
1/2 teaspoon onion powder (to taste)
12 -
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Cook the pasta noodles in a large pot of water according to their package directions, until cooked al dente. Drain the water out, and rinse the noodles in cold water.
02 -
While the pasta is cooking, make sure the peas are thawed, the bacon is cooked and crumbled, and the parmesan cheese is grated. Set aside.
03 -
In a small bowl, add the mayonnaise, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Whisk them together until combined.
04 -
Add the pasta, peas, bacon, and parmesan cheese to a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the top. Stir everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.
05 -
Cover the pasta bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the fridge to chill for 1 to 2 hours, or serve immediately.