Fusilli with Bacon and Chives

1. 1

   In a large frying pan, cook the pieces of bacon until they are golden brown and crisp.

2. 2

   Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon from the pan and drain it on paper towels.

3. 3

   In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the fusilli until done, about 13 minutes.

4. 4

   Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water and drain the pasta.

5. 5

   Toss the pasta with the Parmesan until thoroughly combined.

6. 6

   Stir in 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta-cooking water, the bacon, butter, chives, salt, and pepper.

7. 7

   Stir in more of the reserved pasta-cooking water if needed to make the dish moist.

8. 8

   Serve topped with additional Parmesan.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.