BACON PASTA

1 (16 oz) pkg penne pasta, cook as directed
14 slices bacon, fried and crumbled
1 cup sliced button mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup sliced green onions

Cook pasta according to package directions; set aside.

Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp; remove bacon; reserve 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon and set aside.

Saute sliced mushrooms and garlic in reserved drippings 3 minutes or until tender.

Stir in pasta, Parmesan cheese, whipping cream, and pepper; simmer over medium-low heat until sauce is thickened, stirring often.

Stir in bacon and green onions; serve immediately.

Servings: 6
Source: NurseSweethart
Board: Daily Recipe Swap at Recipelink.com
From: Thomas of Maryland 4-27-2004