Bacon Spaghetti
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
6-8 slices of bacon, cut in matchstick-size pieces 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 large fresh tomatoes, chopped 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 1 package thin spaghetti (12 ounces) Salt Black pepper Grated Parmesan cheese
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Directions
Heat olive oil in frying pan and cook onion and bacon over medium heat until bacon begins to brown. Add the wine to pan and increase heat; let cook rapidly until liquid boils off. Add tomatoes, thyme, salt and pepper. Cover and let cook over medium heat for 10-15 minutes. Turn heat to lowest level to keep warm while you prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta and add to skillet; toss spaghetti in the sauce. Let everyone add Parmesan cheese as they desire. TIP 1: You can use as much or as little bacon as you desire.
TIP 2: Use whatever wine you have on hand. Or, if you prefer, omit the wine altogether.
TIP 3: Use 1/4 teaspoon dry thyme leaves if you do not have fresh thyme. I suppose you could use basil or oregano also.
TIP 4: For a saucier dish, you can use less spaghetti (1/2 package) or increase all of the sauce ingredients to make more sauce.
TIP 5: You can use canned tomatoes instead of fresh, however, this dish is best when made with fresh tomatoes.
TIP 6: If pork is not in your diet, try using chicken or shrimp. |
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