Spicy Pasta With Tomato & Bacon Sauce Recipe

Name: Spicy Pasta With Tomato & Bacon Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb bacon, sliced thickly; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 large onions, coarsely chopped; 3 large garlic cloves, minced; 2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, with juice; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup parsley (optional); 1 lb pasta, your choice (cooked)

Servings: persons

1
Fry bacon until crisp and drain (reserve 1 tablespoons in skillet).
2
Set bacon aside to cool.
3
Add olive oil and onions to skillet.
4
Saute onions until wilted, about 5 minutes.
5
Stir in garlic, tomatoes, salt, sugar and pepper flakes.
6
Cook your choice of pasta in the meantime.
7
Simmer 30 minutes to reduce liquid.
8
Crumble bacon and add to sauce along with parsley if desired.
9
Remove sauce from heat.
10
Toss cooked pasta with sauce and top with parmesan cheese if desired.
11
ENJOY!

1290

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb bacon, sliced thickly, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 large onions, coarsely chopped, 3 large garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Pasta With Tomato & Bacon 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!

Spicy Pasta With Tomato & Bacon Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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