Capellini With Bacon And Bread Crumbs Recipe

Name: Capellini With Bacon And Bread Crumbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces whole wheat or regular capellini; 2 bacon slices, chopped; 1 garlic clove, sliced; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional; 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved; 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup panko bread crumbs; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped parsley

Servings: persons

8 ounces whole wheat or regular capellini
2 bacon slices, chopped
1 garlic clove, sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 cup coarsely chopped parsley

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Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. When pasta is done, reserve 1/2 cup cooking water; drain pasta and return to pot.
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Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat; add bacon. Cook, stirring, until bacon is
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crispy, about 5 minutes. add garlic and crushed red pepper; stir 1 minute or until fragrant. add tomatoes; cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
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add broth to pan. simmer the mixture until broth is thick and has reduced to about 1/4 cup, 5-8 minutes.
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While sauce cooks, heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. add panko and toast, stirring occasionally, until golden, 2-3 minutes.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Remove sauce from heat; stir in 2 teaspoons parmesan and parsley.
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Toss sauce with pasta in pot; add cooking water to reach desired consistency, if needed.
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Divide among 4 serving plates. top with reserved bread crumbs and remaining parmesan.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces whole wheat or regular capellini, 2 bacon slices, chopped, 1 garlic clove, sliced, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional, and more.

Yes, Capellini With Bacon And Bread Crumbs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Capellini With Bacon And Bread Crumbs

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