Bacon and Tomato Sauce for Pasta Recipe

Name: Bacon and Tomato Sauce for Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices streaky bacon; 1 (15 ounce) can chopped tomatoes; 1 large onion; 1 large pimiento; 2 garlic cloves; 1 bay leaf; 2 tablespoons olive oil (or vegetable oil); 1 dash Tabasco sauce; ½ teaspoon black pepper (to taste); fresh basil leaf (to taste); 1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato (optional); cheddar cheese (grated to sprinkle on top)

Servings: persons

6 slices streaky bacon
1 (15 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 large onion
1 large pimiento
2 garlic cloves
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons olive oil (or vegetable oil)
1 dash Tabasco sauce
½ teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
fresh basil leaf (to taste)
1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato (optional)
cheddar cheese (grated to sprinkle on top)

1
Chop streaky bacon crosswise into small strips and fry until almost crispy.
2
Remove from pan.
3
Chop onion and pimento, add to frying pan with olive oil and fry until soft.
4
I prefer to give a high heat initially to slightly caramelise.
5
Add finely chopped or pressed garlic into pan for last 5minutes.
6
Add bacon back into pan, together with tomatoes, bay leaf, Tabasco, sun-dried tomato.
7
Simmer for 10 minutes.
8
Stir in herbs and black paper for last minute or so.
9
Serve with pasta and with grated cheddar cheese (or parmesan, if you prefer) on top.

400

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 6 slices streaky bacon, 1 (15 ounce) can chopped tomatoes, 1 large onion, 1 large pimiento, and more.

Yes, Bacon and Tomato Sauce for 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 Sauce for Pasta

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