Simple Bacon & Garlic Pasta
"Being stuck at home makes you think about what tasty dishes to cook. And now, you have the time to make something good. With just a few pantry staples, you can create a lovely meal that will keep you going. Everyone loves bacon. It’s full of flavor and there’s so much you can do with it. It’s also a good source of protein. You can add some fresh vegetables such as spinach and broccoli to add more nutritional value to the dish. Capers and olives would be nice too. You can also add a bit of cream to the dish. For a French twist, add a bit of nutmeg or tarragon."
Serves4
Preparation Time5 min
Cooking Time15 min
Cooking MethodSkillet
Ingredients
- 15 ounce dried Spaghetti
- 1 cup olive oil
- 4 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- 1 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
- 7 ounce bacon
- Salt to taste
Instructions
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Mince garlic and parsley.
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Cook the Pasta according to package.
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Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
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Meanwhile, cook the bacon until crisp.
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Add pasta to pan with the bacon.
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Mix in minced garlic and sauté until it begins to change color.
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Stir in ground black pepper and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
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Toss the pasta, mix well and turn off the heat.
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Add the parmesan cheese and continue stirring until emulsified.
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Season with salt to taste
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Top with chopped parsley.