How To Make Spaghetti with Bacon
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Parmesan cheese, for garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
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In the same skillet, add the diced onion and garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
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Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes.
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Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss until well coated with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
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Serve the spaghetti with bacon hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Calories : 428kcal
- Total Fat : 18g
- Saturated Fat : 6g
- Cholesterol : 20mg
- Sodium : 509mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 51g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 5g
- Protein : 14g
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