Quick Pasta Carbonara

The rich flavors of bacon and green peas combine with a cheesy, creamy sauce to serve with hot, cooked pasta.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 407 Calories

Ingredients

• ¾ cup milk
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 4 ounces PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
• ½ pound medium-size pasta
• 4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped
• ½ cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cook pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, cook bacon in large skillet until crisp. Remove bacon from skillet with slotted spoon, reserving 2 Tbsp. drippings in skillet. Drain bacon on paper towels.

Step 2

Add remaining ingredients to reserved drippings; cook on low heat until cream cheese is melted and mixture is well blended and heated through.

Step 3

Drain pasta; place in large bowl. Add cream cheese sauce and bacon; mix lightly.