Best Creamy Mushroom Sauce for Pasta

Step 1

Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain, toss with a drizzle of olive oil, and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium high heat until just crisp (don't overcook it). Use tongs to transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool slightly before roughly chopping. *Keep bacon drippings in the pan* (See note for alternate method)

Step 3

Over medium-high heat, add garlic and mushrooms to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until garlic is fragrant and mushrooms are tender. Stir in bacon pieces.

Step 4

Sprinkle flour over the garlic, mushrooms, and bacon and stir for 1 minute.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in chicken broth, then heavy cream, and milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a high simmer.

Step 6

Simmer for 5-10 minutes until sauce becomes thickened and creamy.

Step 7

Season with salt and pepper. Stir in pasta noodles.

Step 8

Taste, add salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with parmesan and parsley if desired and serve. Enjoy!