Bacon and Chilli Pasta Recipe

Name: Bacon and Chilli Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 slice middle bacon; 1 brown onion; 1 capsicum (red or green); 1 tsp crushed garlic; 1 can diced tomatoes; 2 tbsp basil paste; 1 tbsp hot chilli paste; 1/4 can hot water; 250 grams penne pasta

Servings: persons

1
Add pasta to salted water in large saucepan.
2
Bring to boil and cook as per packet instructions.
3
Heat oil in large fry pan.
4
Add bacon and cook for 3 mins until Brown
5
Add chopped onion and capsicum to fry pan
6
Add garlic and fry for 30 seconds
7
Add tomatoes, basil and chilli to fry pan.
8
Add water and simmer on medium heat for 10 minutes
9
Season sauce to taste.
10
Drain pasta keeping some of the water.
11
At pasta to fry pan along with some of the cooking water.

451

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 slice middle bacon, 1 brown onion, 1 capsicum (red or green), and more.

Yes, Bacon and Chilli Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bacon and Chilli Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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