Pasta Picante(Fettuccine With Vegetable Sauce)

Name: Pasta Picante(Fettuccine With Vegetable Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 bacon strips, diced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1/2 green or red bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 c. fresh basil or 1 Tbsp. dry basil leaves; 2 Tbsp. olive or vegetable oil; 1/4 c. grated Parmesan; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 large zucchini, cubed; 1 (10 oz.) can Ro-Tel tomatoes and green chilies, diced; 1/2 c. chopped parsley; 1/2 tsp. salt; 12 oz. fettuccine, cooked and drained

Servings: persons

6 bacon strips, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 green or red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 c. fresh basil or 1 Tbsp. dry basil leaves
2 Tbsp. olive or vegetable oil
1/4 c. grated Parmesan
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large zucchini, cubed
1 (10 oz.) can Ro-Tel tomatoes and green chilies, diced
1/2 c. chopped parsley
1/2 tsp. salt
12 oz. fettuccine, cooked and drained

1
In a large frying pan, cook bacon until crisp.
2
Remove and set aside.
3
Drain all but 2 tablespoons of the fat from the pan.
4
Add garlic and the onion; cook until translucent.
5
Add the zucchini and peppers; stir over medium-high heat until tender-crisp, about 2 minutes.
6
Add tomatoes and green chilies, basil, parsley and oil.
7
Cook, stirring frequently, until hot.
8
Add salt.
9
In heated serving bowl, toss fettuccine with vegetables and bacon; sprinkle with Parmesan and serve immediately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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: 6 bacon strips, diced, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1/2 green or red bell pepper, chopped, 1/2 c. fresh basil or 1 Tbsp. dry basil leaves, and more.

Yes, Pasta Picante(Fettuccine With Vegetable Sauce) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pasta Picante(Fettuccine With Vegetable Sauce)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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