Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms
This Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms is a tasty, slimming friendly dinner for anyone counting calories or following plans like Weight Watchers!
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories559
- Carbs80g
- Protein31g
- Fat11g
- Saturates4.8g
- Sugars9.4g
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There is nothing better than a creamy pasta dish to feel like you have truly indulged. Combining this creamy pasta with crispy bacon, nutty mushrooms and the sweetness of the humble garden pea feels so naughty you might forget your calorie counting all together!
Our Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms has been created for our fellow pasta fiends and carb lovers!
You can enjoy a bowl full or make a smaller portion to serve with a leafy salad. We also think that swapping out the bacon for salty halloumi would make an equally delicious vegetarian option.
What diets is this Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms suitable for?
This Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms recipe can be made vegetarian as long as you swap out the following ingredients for vegetarian versions;
- Bacon – swap for vegetarian bacon style slices or halloumi
- Parmesan
It can also be made gluten free as long as you swap out the following ingredients for gluten free versions;
- Pasta
Don’t feel left out if you require a dairy free version, this recipe can be made dairy free by swapping out the following ingredients for dairy free versions.
- Cream cheese
- Parmesan
Please make sure to double or triple check all of your ingredients if you’re cooking for people with allergies.
Do you need any special ingredients to make this Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms recipe?
This recipe contains no special ingredients.
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How many calories are in this Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms?
There are 576 calories per portion in this Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms, which means it falls into our Special Occasion category.
To cut down the amount of calories even more, you can simply halve the portion size and serve with a healthy accompaniment.
This Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms is perfect if you’re following a calorie controlled diet and fits well with any one of the major diet plans such as Weight Watchers.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight then you might want to adjust these slightly! You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Boil the pasta as per the instructions on the packet.
Step 2
Cut the bacon into strips, ensuring any fat is removed. To a non-stick saucepan, add the bacon and mushrooms and cook on a moderate heat until tender. Add the garlic and cook for a further couple of minutes, keeping a close eye on it to ensure the garlic does not burn.
Step 3
Add the frozen peas and stir well. Season generously with pepper and salt – remembering that the bacon can be salty. Turn down the heat to low, and stir in the Lightest Philadelphia and parmesan. Do not let it boil or the cheese will burn.
Step 4
Once the pasta is cooked, add to the sauce and stir to coat all of the pasta – enjoy!
What can I serve with this Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms?
How do you know when this Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms recipe is cooked?
Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the packet usually dried pasta is cooked between 10-12 minutes.
Standard advice here in the UK is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and stayed at that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep your family safe.
How long can you keep Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms in the fridge?
Once you’ve put it out, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.
If you allow any leftovers to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid and chill. You can keep leftovers of Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.
Can I freeze this Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms?
We do not recommend freezing this recipe.
How do I reheat this Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms?
From chilled: Place in a microwave proof container with a loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes until piping hot.
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Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms
This Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Mushrooms is a tasty, slimming friendly dinner for anyone counting calories or following plans like Weight Watchers!
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Prep Time
10 MINS
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Cook Time
20 MINS
- KCals 559
- Carbs 80G
Instructions
- Boil the pasta as per the instructions on the packet.
- Cut the bacon into strips, ensuring any fat is removed. To a non-stick saucepan, add the bacon and mushrooms and cook on a moderate heat until tender. Add the garlic and cook for a further couple of minutes, keeping a close eye on it to ensure the garlic does not burn.
- Add the frozen peas and stir well. Season generously with pepper and salt - remembering that the bacon can be salty. Turn down the heat to low, and stir in the Lightest Philadelphia and parmesan. Do not let it boil or the cheese will burn.
- Once the pasta is cooked, add to the sauce and stir to coat all of the pasta - enjoy!
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Lydia HartSaturday 3rd September 2022
I love the sound of this but my partner doesn’t like cheese! I often use Creme fraiche instead, would that work in this recipe? Xx
HollyMonday 5th September 2022
Hi Lydia, yes you could swap the cream cheese for creme fraiche, hope that helps!
MikeSaturday 5th March 2022
Just had this for tea, very tasty and convenient to cook
HollyMonday 7th March 2022
Hey Mike, glad to hear you enjoyed this recipe!
GurdyThursday 30th September 2021
Needed something quick, easy and tasty for tea so gave this a try. Empty plates all round as there has been with all the recipes I’ve tried this week since my books arrived. Thank you
SharonMonday 4th October 2021
Hi Gurdy, we’re so pleased to hear you’re enjoying our recipes, thanks for letting us know!
TashSaturday 13th March 2021
Have made this a few times and it definitely hits the spot when a comforting bowl of creamy yummyness is needed, my little girl also envoys this recipe.
HollyMonday 15th March 2021
Hey Tash, thanks for getting in touch so glad to hear you have enjoyed this recipe!
LizzieSunday 28th February 2021
Hiya – can you use cheddar instead of Parmesan? Thanks!
HollyMonday 1st March 2021
Hey Lizzie, yes you can substitute the Parmesan for Cheddar cheese just be sure to alter the calories accordingly, hope that helps!
MoTuesday 2nd February 2021
Really tasty and so easy to make 👍
HollyTuesday 2nd February 2021
Hi Mo, thanks so much for the feedback so glad you enjoyed this pasta recipe!
HannahSunday 17th January 2021
Has anyone made this with halloumi?? If so at what point should I add it in?
Thank you!
HollyMonday 18th January 2021
Hi Hannah, you could lightly fry your halloumi and chop it into chunks and stir through at the end to coat in the sauce. Hope that helps!
Sue AllenTuesday 5th January 2021
Delicious! Used ham instead of bacon, so quick, so easy and versatile. Nom Nom!
HollyWednesday 6th January 2021
hi Sue, so glad you enjoyed this recipe and your tweaks sound super tasty!
Alison WilliamsFriday 11th September 2020
Wow! This is amazing. I’ve just made it using left over gammon instead of bacon. It’s so simple to make and so so tasty. I will definitely be making this again.
HollyFriday 11th September 2020
Hi Alison, so glad you enjoyed this recipe! The left over gammon instead of bacon sounds like a great alternative!
LisaSunday 16th February 2020
Is this dish a weekly indulgence or everyday light?
Sharon FitzpatrickMonday 11th May 2020
Hi Lisa , thanks for your question. This recipe falls into the special occasions category as it contains 576 calories.
MrsredTuesday 14th January 2020
Can you use quark instead of Philadelphia?
Steve CowderoyWednesday 20th May 2020
Hi Mrsred, thanks for getting in touch with us. You could use the Quark in place of the Philadelphia, but I would recommend adding it at the last minute to avoid it splitting. Hope this helps.
Julie GriggsSaturday 20th July 2019
This sounds amazing will give it ago in the week thanks guy’s
Sharon FitzpatrickFriday 8th May 2020
Hi Julie, thankyou and hope you enjoyed making this recipe!
Gemma LouiseThursday 20th June 2019
Hello
I was just wondering if you can freeze this dish?
Many thanks!
Emma TMonday 1st July 2019
Hi Gemma,
I don’t think it would be a good dish to freeze as I think it would come out a little dry when defrosted and lose the creamy sauce ????
Claire LambertThursday 30th May 2019
Has anyone tried making this with blended cottage cheese? The lightest Philly we can get in Australia still has 12.7 % fat so I’m trying to think of a lighter alternative.
Emma TThursday 20th June 2019
Hi Claire,
I would think that should work! Try it on a very gentle heat though as cottage cheese may be more likely to split ????
WendyMonday 23rd July 2018
I am going to cook this for tea tonight.
It’s looks like my kind of food.
I am going to use laughing cow extra light and crumble some Cheshire cheese to finish.
Thanks
Emily CliffordTuesday 3rd July 2018
Could you use dairylea cheese spread instead of Philadelphia??
Just trying to use up what I have in the cupboards….
AmandaWednesday 7th March 2018
Hi guys I have bought some of the garlic and herb cooking quark from asda , has any one tried it? Do you know if it needs to go in at the last min so it doesn’t split or is it ok on the heat? Xxx
natalie rutherfordSaturday 27th January 2018
I made this and Taste was nice.. but it was quite dry and I followed instructions to a T.. any tips??
ADJWednesday 28th August 2024
Add more of the pasta water, makes it lush and smooth
HollyMonday 9th September 2024
Hey Angie, thanks so much for your recipe tip!
Pearl McnallyTuesday 5th December 2017
Can this be frozen ?xx
EmmaMonday 2nd October 2017
Made this for tea tonight! It was amazing but wasn’t on plate enough for a picture – will try and get one next time! Easy, quick, cheap and very yummy! Thank you as always x
Margaret keeryTuesday 19th September 2017
Can’t wait to cook this. Oops just realised don’t have parmesam cheese can I use cheddar in the mean time.
SerenaMonday 21st August 2017
Made this yesterday absolutely loved had it 2 days in a row keep it up guys you have some great recipes thank you
Emma TMonday 11th September 2017
Hi Serena,
So glad you enjoyed it!
LauraWednesday 21st June 2017
Hi, this is amazing! Have made too much though, can it be refrigerated and reheated?
KateFriday 30th June 2017
Hi Laura
Yes you can refrigerate and reheat leftovers. Just make sure it’s piping hot all the way through
VickieTuesday 30th May 2017
I do simular but use quark as completely free. Also cook down courgettes and garlic with crispy smokey bacon mmmmm
Laura ThomsonTuesday 16th May 2017
Do you think you could substitute the Phili for Quark?
Thanks
L 🙂
Haley BakerThursday 15th September 2016
Just made this and it was NOM NOM!! X
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