Pasta with Tomato and Bacon
Description
A savory combination of crispy bacon and ripe tomatoes tossed with hot pasta. Simple, quick, and packed with smoky, tangy flavor.
Ingredients
- 5 slices bacon
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Directions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove from pan, break into 1/2 inch pieces, and set aside. Drain bacon grease, and return pan to heat. Saute onions over medium heat until tender. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more. Stir in bacon and tomatoes. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Stir basil, oregano and parsley into tomato sauce. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook 5 minutes more. Toss with hot pasta. Top with grated Parmesan cheese when serving.
