Experience the hearty goodness of bacon-infused pasta laced with crispy peas and tender carrots. This whimsical bow-tie pasta dish is flourishing with fresh thyme and melty cream cheese. Perfect for a mid-week dinner or a cozy weekend meal.
Cook farfalle pasta in boiling water until just al dente, according to package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water for later and set aside.
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Meanwhile, heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the chopped bacon, cooking until crispy. Remove the bacon bits with a slotted spoon and set aside.
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In the same skillet, using the leftover bacon renderings, add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
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Add the finely diced carrots to the skillet, sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
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Pour the chicken stock into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Add in the thawed peas, cooking for another 2 minutes.
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Switch off the heat and stir in the reserved pasta water, fried bacon bits, chopped thyme, salt, black pepper, and cubed cream cheese until well combined.
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Finally, add the drained pasta to skillet and toss until well-coated with sauce. Serve hot and enjoy.