Penne with Tomato and Bacon

Ingredients

• 12 oz penne pasta
• 6 slices bacon
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic
• 4 stalks green onions
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 12 oz penne and cook until al dente, about 11 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, chop the 6 slices bacon into small pieces. Cook in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving 1 tbsp of drippings in the pan.

3. 3

   Add the 2 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Add the 3 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften and release their juices, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the cooked penne and crispy bacon to the skillet. Toss to combine, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to create a light sauce.

5. 5

   Season with the 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Stir in the 4 sliced green onions and serve hot.

6. 6

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Enjoy your delicious penne with tomato and bacon!

Tools you’ll need

• Large pot
• Large skillet
• Colander
• Knife
• Cutting board

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