Ingredients for Bacon Tomato Pasta With A Kick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- for salted water
- 1 teaspoon coarse ground salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
- 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 pound pasta
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How to Make Bacon Tomato Pasta With A Kick
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- While the water heats, dice 1 (28 ounce) can of tomatoes.
- Place the diced tomatoes in a bowl. Juice half a lemon over the tomatoes.
- Add 1 teaspoon coarse ground salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley to the tomatoes. Stir to combine.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add 4 slices of bacon, diced, and 2 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until bacon is crispy.
- Pour the tomato mixture into the skillet with the bacon and garlic.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce and mix thoroughly.
- Cover the skillet and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 6-8 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add 1 pound of pasta (your choice) to the boiling water. Cook until al dente according to package directions.
- Drain the pasta and add it to a large serving bowl.
- Pour the bacon tomato sauce over the pasta.
- Toss to combine and serve immediately. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
81 g
Sugar
17g
Fat
47g
Carbs
3g
