Name: One-Pot Creamy Kimchi Shells
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 3 thick-cut slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2" strips; 1 1/2 c. drained kimchi, coarsely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 4 c. water; 1 lb. pasta shells; 2 c. half-and-half; 1 tbsp. gochujang (optional); 2 tsp. kosher salt; 2 c. finely grated Parmesan; Thinly sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds, for serving

Step 1In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook bacon, stirring occasionally, until crisp and fat has rendered, about 10 minutes.

Step 2Drain all but about 1 tablespoon bacon fat from pot. Add kimchi and garlic and stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from bottom of pot. Cook, stirring frequently, until garlic is fragrant and most of the moisture has evaporated, about 2 minutes.

Step 3Add pasta, half-and-half, gochujang (if using), salt, and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan until melted.

Step 4Top shells with scallions and sesame seeds.

One-Pot Creamy Kimchi Shells

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