Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our versatile Bacon Tomato Pasta Casserole, a delectable dish that promises to gratify your taste buds with every bite. This ultimate comfort food effortlessly combines the savory smokiness of bacon, the tangy sweetness of tomatoes, and the comforting embrace of pasta, all harmoniously nestled in a creamy and cheesy sauce. Our carefully curated collection of recipes caters to diverse dietary preferences, offering both classic and innovative variations of this beloved casserole. Dive into the richness of the traditional Bacon Tomato Pasta Casserole, or embark on a vegetarian adventure with our Meatless Bacon Tomato Pasta Casserole, crafted with plant-based bacon alternatives. For a lighter yet equally flavorful experience, our One-Pot Bacon Tomato Pasta Casserole simplifies the cooking process while delivering maximum taste. And for those seeking a touch of elegance, our sophisticated Bacon, Tomato, and Goat Cheese Pasta Casserole elevates the dish with its creamy goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
BACON TOMATO PASTA CASSEROLE
My grandmother's bacon tomato pasta casserole recipe is an indulgently gooey take on mac and cheese. Add bacon and tomato sauce and you get the best comfort meal ever.
Provided by Elaine Benoit
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fill a large sauce pan 3/4 with water, add salt and bring it to a boil.
- Sauté bacon until crispy (around 10 minutes) remove from pan, blot with paper towel to remove grease and cut in chunks.
- Open can of tomatoes and add sugar and bacon and stir to combine. You may have to transfer it to a mixing bowl to fit all the bacon. I just keep it in the can.
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- The water should have come to a boil. Add elbows and cook for 10 minutes. It's okay for it to be al dente. Drain and run cold water over them to stop from cooking further.
- Put a layer of tomato sauce on bottom of medium casserole dish.
- Add a layer of elbows and ladle some tomato sauce over them. Be generous.
- Tear the cheese into smaller pieces and place on top of sauce layer.
- Repeat layering, you will have at least 4 layers ending with cheese.
- Pour milk in until you can see it 1/2 way up the casserole dish.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes
- Uncover and bake for additional 30 minutes.
- Serve
- Smile
- Enjoy
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 405 kcal, Carbohydrate 59 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Sodium 1623 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 16 g
BACON TOMATO CASSEROLE
This recipe from my mother is simple to make and can be a main dish or side dish. Feel free to experiment with a variety of flavored stewed tomatoes.- Mary McGair, Milwaukie, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , In the drippings, saute the green pepper, onion, salt, marjoram, thyme and pepper for 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Stir in the noodles. Add half of the bacon., Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with cheese and remaining bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 1150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
PASTA WITH BACON AND TOMATOES
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
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.
BACON AND TOMATO PASTA
Steps:
- In a large stock pot, boil 3 quarts of water, when boiling add 2 tablespoons kosher salt and the pasta and cook until the pasta is al dente.
- In a large saute pan over medium heat, add bacon and saute until bacon is crispy. Remove bacon to drain on a paper towel-lined plate and remove 3/4 of the bacon fat from the pan. Add extra-virgin olive oil, onions, and red chili flakes. Cook until onions are translucent, add garlic, cook for 2 minutes then add tomatoes. Saute for 5 minutes, then deglaze with wine.
- Drain pasta and add to the tomato mixture pan. Add basil and bacon. Toss with Parmesan, and add salt and pepper, to taste.
TOMATO AND BACON PASTA BAKE
This is a fantastic twist on an ordinary pasta bake. Quick and easy to make, and one which you can use forever! Serve with fresh bread and a salad.
Provided by Jayne
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Heat oil in a large saucepan or skillet, add onion, bacon, salt, and pepper. Cook until bacon is crispy and onion is soft. Drain fat. Pour in tomato soup and stir; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; add 1 cup Cheddar cheese and the milk. Stir until cheese is melted.
- Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
- Combine sauce with pasta in a baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Place under the oven broiler until sauce is thick and cheese browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 712.3 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 92.4 mg, Fat 45 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 20.2 g, Sodium 1173.6 mg, Sugar 8.3 g
SAUERKRAUT, BACON, AND PASTA CASSEROLE
This recipe was given to me by my Aunt V, and I found it so easy and it was just full of flavor and so different-tasting than what we were used to. It was something new to my family and we love it! It is pretty versatile; you can add more or less of an ingredient to your taste.
Provided by Monica73
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in noodles and return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until barely tender and firm to the bite, about 6 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until barely crispy and fat is rendered, 6 to 7 minutes. Reserve 3 tablespoons fat in the pan; drain bacon slices on paper towels.
- Drain noodles. Cook onion in the skillet until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Mix in noodles to coat.
- Transfer noodle mixture to a casserole dish. Toss in sauerkraut, bacon, and mushroom soup. Measure milk into the soup can, shake, and pour into the dish. Mix to combine; season with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven until heated through and bubbling, 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 1157.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
BLT CASSEROLE
Why make a single bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich when you can bake a big dish for a crowd? A glaze of bacon fat across the top adds an extra salty-smoky punch, and a quick trip under the broiler makes the top extra crispy.
Provided by Joe Sevier
Categories Summer Casserole/Gratin Kid-Friendly Bacon Lettuce Tomato Bread Bake Dinner Small Plates
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread bread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, tossing once, until dry to the touch and slightly toasted, about 10 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until fat starts to render and bacon browns, about 15 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a small bowl, reserving 3 Tbsp. fat.
- Whisk eggs, stock, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and 2 Tbsp. bacon fat in a large bowl. Add bread and gently toss to combine. Add bacon and tomatoes and stir to combine. Let sit until bread has absorbed most of the liquid, about 15 minutes.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Add lettuce to bread mixture and stir to combine. Transfer mixture to a 13x9" baking dish and bake until top is golden brown, about 45 minutes. Brush surface with remaining 1 Tbsp. bacon fat, turn broiler on, and continue baking until tops of bread are glistening and well toasted, 3-5 minutes more. Garnish with chives, if using, and serve immediately.
- Do Ahead
- Bread can be dried out 3 days ahead; store in an airtight container at room temperature. Bacon can be cooked 3 days ahead; cover and chill.
BACON AND TOMATO BAGEL CASSEROLE
Bacon, tomato, basil, and bagels combine for a chewy, tasty treat. Serve with fresh fruit for breakfast or brunch or with a green salad for dinner. Easily adaptable to your taste preferences!
Provided by tball
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Breakfast Casserole Recipes
Time 9h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle.
- While bacon is frying, tear bagels into bite-sized pieces and place in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- Beat eggs, half-and-half, Swiss cheese, tomato, basil, and salt together in a medium bowl until well combined.
- Sprinkle crumbled bacon over bagel pieces, then pour egg mixture over top, making sure liquid is evenly distributed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Remove casserole from the refrigerator and bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 241.3 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 738.4 mg, Sugar 1 g
SUPER SMOKY BACON & TOMATO SPAGHETTI
Serve your pasta with a budget-busting tomato and paprika sauce. It's a healthy choice to boot
Provided by Katy Greenwood
Categories Main course, Pasta
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 80 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium
BACON TOMATO CASSEROLE
This is a good casserole that can either be served as a main dish or as a side dish. This recipe was given to me by a friend.
Provided by Sassy in da South
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to package directions; drain.
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.
- Remove to paper towels to drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings.
- In the drippings, saute green pepper, onion, salt, marjoram, thyme and pepper for 5 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the noodles.
- Add half of the bacon.
- Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
- Top with cheese and remaining bacon.
- Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for ripe tomatoes, flavorful bacon, and a good quality pasta.
- Don't overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- If you don't have a large skillet, you can cook the bacon and the pasta separately. Just be sure to drain the pasta well before adding it to the skillet.
- Add the cheese gradually, stirring constantly, until it is melted and smooth.
- Serve the casserole immediately, while it is hot and bubbly.
Conclusion:
Bacon tomato pasta casserole is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It is made with simple ingredients that are likely already in your pantry, and it can be on the table in under an hour. The casserole is cheesy, flavorful, and satisfying, and it is sure to become a new family favorite.
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