Bacon Parmesan Penne Pasta

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Bacon Parmesan Penne Pasta.

1. Step 1

   Start by bringing a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.

2. Step 2

   Once the water is bubbling, add your penne pasta and cook it, stirring occasionally, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture—this should take about 11 minutes.

3. Step 3

   While the pasta is cooking, grab a large skillet and heat it over medium heat.

4. Step 4

   Toss in the chopped bacon and onion, letting them sizzle together until the bacon turns crispy and the onion starts to caramelize, which should take around 10 minutes.

5. Step 5

   Once they’re beautifully browned, remove the skillet from the heat and carefully drain the excess grease into a small container—this will come in handy later.

6. Step 6

   When your pasta is ready, drain it and transfer it to a large serving bowl.

7. Step 7

   Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the pasta and give it a gentle toss to ensure every piece is coated.

8. Step 8

   Now, it’s time to add that delicious bacon and onion mixture to the bowl, along with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the reserved bacon grease for an extra punch of flavor.

9. Step 9

   Finish it off by sprinkling grated Parmesan cheese on top and stirring everything together until well combined.

10. Step 10

    Feel free to adjust the amount of bacon grease to suit your taste—more for a richer flavor, or less if you prefer it lighter.

11. Step 11

    Enjoy this delightful dish that brings together the comforting flavors of pasta, crispy bacon, and savory cheese!.