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Bacon Cheddar Bow Ties Pasta

Aug 28, 2023 · Leave a Comment

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Take comfort food to the next level with this easy and cozy Bacon Cheddar Bow Ties pasta recipe with warm noodles in a creamy, bacon-infused cheese sauce with bits of freshly cooked and crumbled bacon. A childhood favorite, grown-up style!

Bacon Cheddar Bow Tie Pasta topped with crumbled bacon and fresh chives on a flour sack linen on a rustic wood backdrop.

Bacon Cheddar Bow Ties

This Bacon Cheddar Bow Ties pasta is a total easy weeknight dinner that reminds me of grown-up style mac and cheese. Of course, with all this cheesy goodness, bacon, and warm noodles, the whole family will gobble it up, no problem.

Bacon Cheddar Bow Ties pasta features warm noodles in a homemade, gooey, creamy cheese sauce infused with bacon flavor, and even more crumbly bacon stirred in and sprinkled on top. It takes about 30 minutes to make, so it's quick, easy, and a guaranteed hit for the whole family.

Do I Have to Use Bow Tie Pasta?

Nope! You can use whatever pasta you have on hand, just make sure it's the right amount in weight (16 ounces).

Variations on Bacon Cheddar Bow Ties Pasta

A pasta dish like this is so versatile and so easy to personalize to your own taste preferences. Here are some ideas.

  • Protein: You can add some additional protein here to bulk up the meal such as cooked chicken, ham, or sausage.
  • Beans: I love adding beans to pasta dishes for extra fiber and protein. Any kind of beans will work, but my favorites to use for our family are black beans, red kidney beans, pinto beans, or great northern white beans.
  • Spice: Add some red pepper flakes or a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce, such as Tabasco to give it an extra kick.
  • Veggies: Any extra veggies you have from the week will also do wonders in this pasta. Since the sauce is so cheesy, the kids won't even mind. Some of my favorites to add in are shredded carrots (sauteed until soft), broccoli, cauliflower, or zucchini.
  • Cheese: With the recipe being called bacon CHEDDAR bow ties, it obviously calls for cheddar. But you can get creative with the cheese. If you stick with cheddar, you can use mild or sharp, yellow or white, or smoked or traditional. Other cheeses that would work in this pasta are smoked gouda (my favorite!), mozzarella, or Monterey or Colby Jack.
Overhead view of bacon cheddar bow tie pasta topped with crumbled bacon and fresh chives.`

What to Serve with Bacon Cheddar Bow Ties

If you're using this recipe as your main dish, I like to pair it with a piece of crusty bread (even better if it's buttery and garlicky) and a fresh green salad or coleslaw.

If you're making it as a side dish, it goes well with any protein, including steak, chicken, pork chops, pork loin, or sausage. Then I'd just add a vegetable like a fresh salad, oven roasted asparagus, or sauteed green beans, and you've got a full meal!

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Bacon Cheddar Bow Tie Pasta topped with crumbled bacon and fresh chives on a flour sack linen on a rustic wood backdrop.

Bacon Cheddar Bow Ties Pasta

Take comfort food to the next level with this easy and cozy Bacon Cheddar Bow Ties pasta recipe with warm noodles in a creamy, bacon-infused cheese sauce with bits of freshly cooked and crumbled bacon. A childhood favorite, grown-up style!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Bacon Cheddar Bow Ties
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 645kcal
Author: Michelle

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces bow tie pasta
  • 1 pound bacon chopped
  • ยฝ cup flour
  • 1ยฝ teaspoons onion powder
  • 1ยฝ teaspoons ground mustard
  • ยฝ teaspoon white pepper
  • 3ยฝ cups milk
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar shredded
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Instructions

  • Cook pasta to package instructions. Drain. Set aside.
  • While pasta is cooking, brown bacon in a large pot until bacon is crisp. Remove bacon to a paper towel, leaving drippings in the pot.
  • Stir in flour, onion powder, ground mustard, and white pepper. Allow to heat through for about 2 minutes.
  • Add milk, about ยผ cup at a time, stirring between each addition.
  • Continue cooking and stirring over medium heat until sauce thickens.
  • When mixture is hot and thick, begin stirring in cheese, in small increments until all cheese is combined.
  • Pour cooked pasta and half the bacon into the cheese sauce and stir well to combine.ย 
  • Sprinkle the remaining bacon on top. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Useย freshly grated cheeseย to make sure it melts smoothly for a perfectly creamy sauce.
  • Storage:ย Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.ย 
  • Freezer Directions:ย Allow to cool to room temperature. Transfer to freezer dish or bag. Freeze for up to 3-6 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Then heat on in a pot on the stove, adding a little more cheese if necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 645kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 604mg | Potassium: 426mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 410IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 347mg | Iron: 2mg
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UPDATE INFO: This recipe was originally published in January 2017. It was updated with new tips and video and republished in August 2023.

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