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Savory Pumpkin Mushroom Spaghetti & Crispy Beef Bacon Dinner

Savory Pumpkin Mushroom Spaghetti & Crispy Beef Bacon Bliss

A delightful Savory Pumpkin Mushroom Spaghetti & Crispy Beef Bacon Dinner that brings comfort food to your table in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Spaghetti Feel free to swap with rigatoni or penne for a twist.
For the Bacon
  • 4 oz Beef Bacon If preferred, thinly sliced pancetta makes a great alternative.
For the Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil Can be substituted with any cooking oil you enjoy.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Consider using shallots for a gentler flavor profile.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
  • 8 oz Mixed Mushrooms Mix varieties like shiitake and cremini for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Butternut squash puree can be a delicious substitute.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Chicken broth can amp up the flavor even more.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a lighter take, use half-and-half or coconut milk instead.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano is a sharp alternative to try!
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Feel free to experiment with fresh herbs or different spices you'd like!
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or Sage Perfect for garnish and a fresh pop of flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Add if you like a kick of heat.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot
  • slotted spoon
  • paper towel

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather and measure all your ingredients. Dice the beef bacon, yellow onion, garlic, and mixed mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Cook Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the diced beef bacon over medium heat for about 8-12 minutes, or until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Pour off most excess fat and add the diced onion, sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic, dried thyme, smoked paprika, nutmeg, salt, and pepper for an additional minute.
  4. Brown Mushrooms: Increase heat to medium-high, add mixed mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned and moisture evaporated.
  5. Make Pumpkin Sauce: Mix in pumpkin puree and vegetable broth, simmer over medium-low heat for approximately 10-15 minutes.
  6. Finish Sauce: Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Cook Spaghetti: In a large pot, boil salted water, add spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  8. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Return drained spaghetti to skillet with sauce, toss gently, adding reserved pasta water for desired sauciness.
  9. Serve and Garnish: Plate spaghetti, top each serving with crispy bacon, extra Parmesan, and a sprinkle of parsley or sage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Tips: Reserve pasta water for sauce consistency. Cook bacon slowly for perfect crunch. Mix mushroom varieties for better flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste after combining pasta and sauce. For vegetarian option, omit bacon and add roasted chickpeas or nuts. Garnish for added aroma and color.

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