Brown Butter and Lemon Pasta with Bacon Recipe

Name: Brown Butter and Lemon Pasta with Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoons Salt (For Cooking The Pasta); 2 cups Dry Mini Bow Tie Pasta; 3 Tablespoons Butter; 1 Lemon, Juiced; 1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Dried Red Pepper Flakes; 5 dashes Ground Black Pepper; 6 dashes Salt (or Salt To Taste); 1 cup Light Cream; 1/4 cups Cooked Crumbled Bacon Pieces; 2 Tablespoons Capers; 1/2 cups Chopped Fresh Asparagus; 3 Drizzles Of Olive Oil

Servings: persons

1/2 teaspoons Salt (For Cooking The Pasta)
2 cups Dry Mini Bow Tie Pasta
3 Tablespoons Butter
1 Lemon, Juiced
1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1/4 teaspoons Dried Red Pepper Flakes
5 dashes Ground Black Pepper
6 dashes Salt (or Salt To Taste)
1 cup Light Cream
1/4 cups Cooked Crumbled Bacon Pieces
2 Tablespoons Capers
1/2 cups Chopped Fresh Asparagus
3 Drizzles Of Olive Oil

1
In a large pan, boil water and add salt.
2
Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions for al dente.
3
Drain and set aside.
4
Heat a large skillet on low to medium heat and add the butter.
5
Continuously stir as the butter melts.
6
Continue to stir as the butter starts to foam and turn a golden color.
7
Then add the lemon juice, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
8
Stir together.
9
Add the cream, bacon, capers and stir.
10
Taste test the sauce and add more salt if needed.
11
Add the cooked pasta and stir so the pasta is coated with the cream sauce.
12
Top with the asparagus and olive oil.
13
Serve while hot.

1522

kcal

Calories

114

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 teaspoons Salt (For Cooking The Pasta), 2 cups Dry Mini Bow Tie Pasta, 3 Tablespoons Butter, 1 Lemon, Juiced, and more.

Yes, Brown Butter and Lemon Pasta with Bacon falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Brown Butter and Lemon Pasta with Bacon

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Variations & substitutions

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