PASTA WITH HOT TOMATO & BACON SAUCE

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Great change from regular pasta sauce. Fast to assemble--40 minutes to the plate. Kick it up by adding extra red pepper flakes if you like--I do!

Provided by Iron Bloomers

Categories     European

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 lb thick sliced bacon
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 large onions, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon fresh basil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1 1/2 lbs pasta
grated parmesan cheese (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Fry bacon till crisp.
  • Drain on paper towel.
  • Pour all grease from pan except 1 tablespoon.
  • Add olive oil and onions.
  • Sauté till onions wilt, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, tomatoes, salt, sugar, basil and red pepper flakes.
  • Crumble bacon in and add parsley.
  • Simmer 30 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Cook pasta while sauce is simmering; drain well.
  • Toss sauce and pasta together; serve.
  • Pass cheese to garnish.

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