Spaghettini with Onions, Scallions, and Garlic

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   In a large deep frying pan, cook the bacon over moderate heat until crisp.

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   Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon.

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   Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of the bacon fat or, if you don't have 3 tablespoons, add enough olive oil to make up the amount.

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   Put the pan over moderately low heat.

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   Add the onions and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt.

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   Cook, covered, for 5 minutes.

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   Uncover the pan and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden, 10 to 15 minutes.

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   Stir in the scallion bulbs and the garlic; cook 2 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.

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   Add the broth and bring to a simmer.

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    Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the spaghettini until almost done, about 9 minutes.

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    Drain the spaghettini and add it to the simmering broth.

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    Cook until the pasta is just done, about 3 minutes.

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    Stir in the Parmesan and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.

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    Toss with the bacon and scallion greens.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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