Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Difficulty: Easy

Pasta Recipe Easy! This is such an easy pasta recipe with deep flavour with rosemary, bacon, maple syrup, and fresh thyme. Incorporating earthy herbs like fresh thyme can elevate the overall taste experience, particularly during the Fall season. I can’t even imagine life without this pasta. Definitely one of my go-to pasta recipes.

Introduction

Welcome to the world of creamy, dreamy pasta sauces! In this recipe, we’ll be exploring the delightful combination of bacon and maple syrup cream sauce a perfect pairing for the fall season. This dish is a creative twist on the classic Alfredo sauce, with the added sweetness of maple syrup and the comforting warmth of Bacon. Whether you’re a fan of sweet and savory flavors or just looking for a new pasta recipe to try, this Maple syrup Cream Sauce recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients Maple syrup and Pasta sauce

• 2 TBSP Olive Oil

• 1/2 pound of bacon, one with lots of meat on it! chopped

• 2 shallots, chopped up finely

• 4 cloves of garlic chopped up

• salt and pepper to taste

• 2 TBSP Rosemary, chopped

• 1 cup Porcini Mushrooms sliced

• 1/2 cup chicken stock

• 1/2 cup cream

• 1 TBSP of real Maple Syrup

• 1 TBSP Dijon Mustard regular or grainy works

• 1 pound of Linguine

• 1 cup of grated Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, plus extra to serve on top of your pasta

Each serving of this dish contains approximately 10g of monounsaturated fat, 5g of polyunsaturated fat, and 8g of saturated fat. This detailed breakdown helps you understand the nutritional content and make informed dietary choices.

Making the Maple Cream Sauce

To make the Maple Cream Sauce, start by melting 2 tablespoons of butter in a 10-inch sauté pan over medium heat. Add 1 small onion, finely diced, and sauté until soft and translucent. Next, add 1 cup of heavy cream, 1-2 tablespoons of real maple syrup, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon. Cook on medium to medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has reduced and thickened slightly. Be careful not to boil the cream, as it may curdle. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Directions:

• Bring salted water to a boil for the pasta to enhance its flavour and ensure it reaches the desired al dente texture.

• Heat a pan over medium heat with olive oil. Add the Bacon and cook until crispy about 3 minutes.

• Next add shallots garlic, salt, pepper and rosemary and mushrooms stir for another 3 minutes.

• Next, add your chicken stock and cream then stir in your maple syrup. This is when your house starts to smell magical! Reduce the heat to low and stir in mustard to taste.

• Pasta

• Now that the water is boiling add your pasta to the salted pasta water and cook until al dente. Add about 1/4 cup of your salty, pasta water to the sauce before you drain the pasta this merry’s the pasta sauce to the pasta.

• Add drained pasta and toss with sauce and cheese.

• Serve in bowls and extra cheese on the side for everyone’s preference.

Tips and Variations

• To add an extra layer of flavor to your Maple Cream Sauce, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese.

• If you prefer a lighter sauce, you can substitute some of the heavy cream with vegetable broth or chicken stock.

• For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the sauce.

• To make the sauce more substantial, add some cooked pasta, such as linguine or fettuccine, and toss to combine.

• If you’re looking for a vegan version of the sauce, try substituting the heavy cream with a non-dairy alternative, such as almond milk or soy cream.

• To store the sauce, let it cool completely and transfer it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat the sauce gently over low heat, adding a splash of pasta water or cream if needed to restore its creamy texture.

You can buy real maple syrup in your local grocery store as well as any specialty store if you do not live in Canada.