(Family Features) After juggling work, school, extracurricular activities, homework and preparing dinner, getting back into a weeknight routine may feel impossible.
Consider this quick, flavor-filled recipe for Smoked Bacon Pork Alfredo that everyone will enjoy.
Smoked Bacon Pork Alfredo
Prep time: 8 minutes
Cook time: 22 minutes
Servings: 6-8
1 Applewood Smoked Bacon Topped Pork Loin Filet
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound dry penne pasta
1 package (8 ounces) sliced fresh mushrooms
salt, to taste, divided
2 jars (15 ounces each) Alfredo sauce
pepper, to taste
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Cut pork loin filet into 1/2-inch thick slices then into 1/4-inch wide strips. Bacon will fall off, but reserve for later.
Working in two batches, in large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Stir fry half the pork and bacon pieces 7-8 minutes until well browned. Set aside on separate plate; repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and remaining pork and bacon.
Cook pasta according to package directions.
In skillet over medium-high heat, heat remaining oil; add mushrooms and sprinkle lightly with salt, to taste. Cook 3 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally.
Drain pasta and return to pot; stir in pork and bacon, mushrooms and Alfredo sauce. Stir over medium heat, about 4 minutes, until heated through. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Sprinkle with green onions and Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Source: Smithfield
