Ingredients
– 8 oz. penne pasta
– 4 slices of bacon, chopped
– 1 lb. ground beef
– 2 cups heavy cream
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Chopped chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Large pot for boiling pasta
– Skillet or frying pan
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Mixing spoon
– Colander for draining pasta
– Serving plates or bowls
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. The aroma of boiling pasta is one of my favorites! As the pasta cooks, I heat a skillet over medium heat and add the chopped bacon. I cook it until it’s crispy, and my kitchen fills with that irresistible bacon scent. After the bacon is done, I remove it from the skillet but leave the drippings—those will add flavor! (See the next page below to continue steps…)