Cappellini Pasta With Spicy Peppers Recipe

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   In a non-reactive skillet, saute/fry the bacon in 3 Tbsp.

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   of the extra virgin olive oil till lightly browned.

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   Add in the onions and cook, stirring, over medium heat till golden brown.

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   Add in the Tuscan peppers, tomatoes and salt, and simmer for 10 min.

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   While the sauce is simmering, cook the cappellini in 4 qts of salted boiling water till al dente (tender but hard to the bite), about 3 min.

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   Drain the pasta and toss with the remaining extra virgin olive oil.

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   Stir in the sauce, add in the cheese, toss well and serve immediately.

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   Note: Tuscan peppers (pickled warm Italian peppers) are available at specialty shops and most supermarkets.

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   Note: To peel tomatoes, plunge into boiling water for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

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    Remove immediately and plunge into cool water.

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    Skin should slip off easily.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.