Parsley Tomato Summer Pasta With Bacon Food

TOMATO BACON CARBONARA

Steps:

• Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 1/2 cups cooking water.
• While pasta cooks, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high until crisp. Transfer bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain; reserve 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Chop or crumble bacon.
• Add tomatoes to skillet, and cook, stirring often, until just softened, 3-4 minutes. Add shallots and garlic. Continue to cook, stirring often, for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
• Add 1 cup of the reserved cooking water and bring to boil. Remove from heat and stir in cooked pasta. Quickly stir in beaten egg yolks until everything is thoroughly combined. Return skillet to medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is slightly thickened and creamy, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Remove from heat and stir in bacon, and Parmesan cheese and cook until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Stir in chives and parsley, adding remaining 1/2 cup cooking water if necessary to reach desired consistency. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese before serving, if desired.

SUMMERY TOMATO AND BACON PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Put the bacon in a large, cold skillet then cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Set aside.
• Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
• Add the arugula, basil and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper and top with the bacon. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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PASTA WITH BACON AND LEEKS

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water; drain the pasta.
• Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels; pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the drippings from the skillet.
• Add the leeks to the drippings in the skillet. Season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the heavy cream and cook until it begins to thicken, about 2 minutes.
• Add the pasta to the skillet along with the parmesan, half of the bacon and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; toss to coat, adding enough of the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen. To serve, top with the remaining bacon, more parmesan and parsley.

PARSLEY-TOMATO SUMMER PASTA WITH BACON

Steps:

• Cook spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt.
• Meanwhile, toss tomatoes, onions and parsley in large serving bowl.
• Drain spaghetti. Add to vegetables with dressing and garlic salt; toss to coat. Top with cheese and bacon just before serving.

PASTA WITH BACON AND TOMATOES

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Hull the tomatoes and cut a shallow "x" through the skin on the bottom of each. Prepare an ice bath.
• Put the tomatoes in the boiling water and boil for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and submerge in the ice bath. Reserve the pot of boiling water. When the tomatoes are cool, use the back of a paring knife to peel the tomatoes. Cut the tomatoes in half lengthwise and squeeze out and discard the seeds, then chop the tomatoes into approximately 1/2-inch pieces.
• Put the bacon in a large cold skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Discard all but about 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat from the skillet.
• Add the onion to the drippings in the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until soft and pale golden, about 10 minutes. Add the wine and boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes, red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to break down, about 5 minutes.
• Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions in the reserved pot of tomato water until al dente, about 10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta. Add the pasta to the skillet with the sauce, along with 1/2 cup of the cooking water and toss to coat. Add more water if necessary for desired consistency. Stir in half the bacon and half the herbs and season with salt and pepper. Divide the pasta and sauce among bowls and top with the remaining bacon and herbs. Serve with Parmesan for topping.

SUPER SMOKY BACON & TOMATO SPAGHETTI

Steps:

• Bring a large pan of water to the boil and cook the spaghetti following pack instructions. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan and cook the bacon for 3-4 mins until just starting to crisp. Stir in the onion and cook for another 3-4 mins, then add the garlic and smoked paprika, and cook for 1 min more.
• Pour in the chopped tomatoes, bring to the boil and bubble for about 5 mins until thickened, stirring every so often to stop it catching on the bottom. Drain the pasta and toss with the sauce. Serve with Parmesan, if you like.

PASTA WITH HOT TOMATO & BACON SAUCE

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.

PASTA WITH BACON TOMATO SAUCE

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water, add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain, reserving a ladle of the pasta cooking water.
• While the pasta cooks, heat a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil, 3 turns of the pan, and the bacon and cook until the bacon renders fat and crisps at the edges. Add the bay leaves and onion and season with a little salt and a healthy dose of pepper. Cook until the onion is tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the broth and cook until reduced by half, about 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes, bring to a boil, then simmer to let the flavors combine.
• Add the reserved pasta cooking water, the pasta and parsley to the sauce and toss. Transfer the pasta to a serving platter, discard the bay leaves and pass grated cheese around the table.

SPICY PASTA WITH TOMATO & BACON SAUCE

Steps:

• Fry bacon until crisp and drain (reserve 1 tablespoons in skillet).
• Set bacon aside to cool.
• Add olive oil and onions to skillet.
• Saute onions until wilted, about 5 minutes.
• Stir in garlic, tomatoes, salt, sugar and pepper flakes.
• Cook your choice of pasta in the meantime.
• Simmer 30 minutes to reduce liquid.
• Crumble bacon and add to sauce along with parsley if desired.
• Remove sauce from heat.
• Toss cooked pasta with sauce and top with parmesan cheese if desired.
• ENJOY!