Spicy Bacon Tomato Pasta

Recipe: Pasta With Hot Tomato & Bacon Sauce 🍝

Description: Elevate your pasta game with this tantalizing Pasta With Hot Tomato & Bacon Sauce recipe. Bursting with flavors, it’s a delightful departure from regular pasta sauces. Quick to assemble and even quicker to disappear from plates, this dish promises a satisfying meal in just 40 minutes. Feel free to customize the heat level by adjusting the red pepper flakes to your liking.

Category: European

Keywords: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Easy

Servings: 6

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 741.7
• Fat Content: 25.9g
• Saturated Fat Content: 7g
• Cholesterol Content: 25.7mg
• Sodium Content: 1157.7mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 106.1g
• Fiber Content: 7.5g
• Sugar Content: 13.1g
• Protein Content: 21.6g

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound bacon
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 1/2 cups onions, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 1/2 pounds pasta (of your choice)
• Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fry Bacon: In a skillet, fry the bacon until crisp. Once done, drain it on a paper towel to remove excess grease.

2. Prepare Pan: Pour out all but 1 tablespoon of grease from the pan used for frying bacon. Add olive oil to the pan.

3. Saute Onions: Over medium heat, sauté the chopped onions in the pan with olive oil until they wilt, which should take about 5 minutes.

4. Add Flavors: Stir in the minced garlic, both cans of crushed tomatoes, salt, sugar, chopped basil, and red pepper flakes.

5. Incorporate Bacon: Crumble the crispy bacon into the sauce mixture and add chopped parsley. Stir well to combine.

6. Simmer Sauce: Let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.

7. Cook Pasta: While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain the pasta well once cooked.

8. Combine and Serve: Toss the cooked pasta with the simmered sauce until it’s evenly coated. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

9. Enjoy: Invite everyone to the table and savor the vibrant flavors of this Pasta With Hot Tomato & Bacon Sauce. Don’t forget to pass around extra Parmesan cheese for those who want an extra sprinkle of goodness!

Tips:

• For a healthier option, you can use turkey bacon or lean bacon.
• Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra texture and nutrients.
• If you prefer a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until it reaches your desired consistency.
• Pair this dish with a crisp green salad and some garlic bread for a complete meal experience.

Now, get ready to indulge in a bowl of pasta perfection with a spicy twist!