Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
14 oz

fettuccine

6 cup

broccoli florets

medium

0.25 cup

vegetable oil

4 slice

bacon

chopped

4 clove

garlic

crushed

0.25 cup

parmesan

coarsely grated

0.33 cup

walnut halves

toasted

Step 1
~2 min

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2
~2 min

Add fettuccine and cook for 8 minutes.

Step 3
~2 min

Add broccoli florets to the pot and cook for another 2 minutes, or until tender.

Step 4
~2 min

Drain the pasta and broccoli and return them to the pot.

Step 5
~2 min

Heat vegetable or olive oil in a pan over high heat.

Step 6
~2 min

Add chopped bacon to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, or until crispy.

Step 7
~2 min

Add crushed garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 8
~2 min

Add the bacon and garlic mixture to the pasta and broccoli in the pot.

Step 9
~2 min

Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 10
~2 min

Divide the pasta among serving bowls.

Step 11
~2 min

Top each serving with grated Parmesan cheese and toasted walnut halves.

Step 12
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Use fresh broccoli for the best flavor.

Toast the walnuts in a dry pan for enhanced nuttiness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The bacon can be cooked ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Accompany with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy/United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, family meal

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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