Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Bacon

 Ingredients:

• 12 oz fettuccine (or any pasta you love)

• 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped

• 2 tbsp butter

• 5 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 ½ cups heavy cream

• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ cup chicken broth

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

 Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta:
   Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the bacon:
   In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Leave about 1 tbsp of bacon grease in the pan.

3. Make the creamy garlic sauce:
   Add butter to the skillet with the bacon drippings. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Add the liquids:
   Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.

5. Add cheese and seasoning:
   Whisk in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened.

6. Combine:
   Toss in the cooked pasta and crispy bacon. Stir until the pasta is fully coated in creamy sauce.

7. Garnish:
   Top with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley before serving.