Bacon and Tomato Pasta Recipe

Name: Bacon and Tomato Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 16 ounces spaghetti pasta; 1 pound thick-cut bacon or pancetta, chopped; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup red onion, diced; 1 teaspoon red chili flakes; 3 tablespoons garlic, minced; 2 cups Roma tomatoes, diced; 1/4 cup red wine; 4 tablespoons basil, chiffonade; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons kosher salt
16 ounces spaghetti pasta
1 pound thick-cut bacon or pancetta, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup red onion, diced
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
3 tablespoons garlic, minced
2 cups Roma tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup red wine
4 tablespoons basil, chiffonade
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
In a large stock pot, boil 3 quarts of water, when boiling add 2 tablespoons kosher salt and the pasta and cook until the pasta is al dente.
2
In a large saute pan over medium heat, add bacon and saute until bacon is crispy.
3
Remove bacon to drain on a paper towel-lined plate and remove 3/4 of the bacon fat from the pan.
4
Add extra-virgin olive oil, onions, and red chili flakes.
5
Cook until onions are translucent, add garlic, cook for 2 minutes then add tomatoes.
6
Saute for 5 minutes, then deglaze with wine.
7
Drain pasta and add to the tomato mixture pan.
8
Add basil and bacon.
9
Toss with Parmesan, and add salt and pepper, to taste.

1226

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons kosher salt, 16 ounces spaghetti pasta, 1 pound thick-cut bacon or pancetta, chopped, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Bacon and Tomato 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.

Bacon and Tomato Pasta

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