Fusilli with Asparagus and Bacon

Health score
31%
Fusilli with Asparagus and Bacon
45 min.
4
688kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors in this Fusilli with Asparagus and Bacon recipe. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a flavorful side dish, this meal boasts the crisp freshness of freshly sautéed asparagus and the savory richness of crisp bacon, all enveloped in luscious corkscrew pasta. With just 45 minutes of preparation, you'll find yourself creating a dish that’s not only mouthwateringly delicious but also visually appealing.

The vibrant green of the asparagus adds a beautiful touch to the plate, making it an impressive addition to any gathering or family meal. As the golden onions caramelize and the bacon crisps up in the pan, your kitchen will fill with irresistible aromas that beckon everyone to the table. Tossed together with a generous amount of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, this dish offers a delightful richness that keeps your taste buds dancing with every bite.

Whether you’re enjoying it as a standalone main course or sharing it as a side dish, Fusilli with Asparagus and Bacon is a wholesome and satisfying meal. With a caloric breakdown that balances proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, it caters beautifully to a variety of dietary preferences. So grab your frying pan and pot, and let’s create a delightful pasta dish that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds asparagus trimmed
  • ounces bacon sliced
  • pound fusilli (short corkscrew pasta)
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • medium onion finely chopped
  • 1.5 oz parmigiano-reggiano plus additional finely grated for serving

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • pot
  • slotted spoon
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 6 minutes.
  2. Transfer bacon with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  3. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat from skillet, then add oil and onion to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add asparagus and sauté, stirring, until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. While onion is cooking, cook pasta in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta cooking water and drain pasta in a colander.
  6. Return pasta to pot along with asparagus mixture, 1/2 cup pasta cooking water, and cheese.
  7. Add remaining 1/2 cup cooking water to skillet and deglaze by boiling, stirring and scraping up brown bits, 1 minute.
  8. Add to pasta and toss over moderately low heat until combined well, about 30 seconds.
  9. Serve pasta sprinkled with bacon and with additional cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories688kcal
Protein15.21%
Fat29.95%
Carbs54.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32
Glycemic Load
35.67
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
29.016521801119%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
11.07mg
Kaempferol
2.54mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
29.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:687.5kcal
34.37%
Fat:22.94g
35.3%
Saturated Fat:6.87g
42.96%
Carbohydrates:94.55g
31.52%
Net Carbohydrates:86.88g
31.59%
Sugar:7.48g
8.31%
Cholesterol:25.94mg
8.65%
Sodium:369.43mg
16.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.21g
52.42%
Selenium:83.81µg
119.73%
Vitamin K:75.38µg
71.79%
Manganese:1.35mg
67.47%
Phosphorus:425.35mg
42.54%
Copper:0.68mg
33.76%
Fiber:7.67g
30.67%
Iron:5.41mg
30.08%
Vitamin B1:0.44mg
29.36%
Folate:114.83µg
28.71%
Vitamin A:1380IU
27.6%
Vitamin B3:4.79mg
23.96%
Magnesium:94.74mg
23.69%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.97%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.69%
Vitamin E:3.21mg
21.37%
Zinc:3.19mg
21.27%
Potassium:702.61mg
20.07%
Calcium:198.32mg
19.83%
Vitamin C:11.56mg
14.01%
Vitamin B5:1.19mg
11.94%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.49%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious