Creamy Pasta with Bacon, Broccoli, and Mince

1Cooking the Pasta 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2Preparing the Sauce 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3Add the chopped bacon to the skillet and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside.

4In the same skillet, add the minced beef and cook until browned. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.

5Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

6Combining the Ingredients 6. Add the cooked pasta, broccoli florets (2 cups), and crispy bacon to the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together until well combined.

7Final Steps 7. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth to loosen it up.

8Serve the creamy pasta hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper.