Best 9 Pasta With Fried Eggs Caramelized Onions And Bacon Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors and textures with our tantalizing pasta dish, where fried eggs, caramelized onions, and crispy bacon unite in a harmonious dance on a bed of al dente pasta. This delectable creation offers a delightful balance of savory, smoky, and sweet notes, making it an irresistible choice for any meal.

**Pasta with Fried Eggs, Caramelized Onions, and Bacon:**

1. **Fried Eggs:** Prepare perfect fried eggs with runny yolks that burst upon contact, adding a velvety richness to each bite.

2. **Caramelized Onions:** Transform ordinary onions into a sweet and deeply flavorful ingredient by slowly caramelizing them until they achieve a rich golden brown hue.

3. **Crispy Bacon:** Create irresistible bacon bits that add a smoky, salty crunch to the dish.

4. **Al Dente Pasta:** Boil your pasta of choice to the perfect al dente texture, ensuring a slight bite that complements the other ingredients.

5. **Combining the Symphony:** Bring all the elements together in a harmonious union, allowing the flavors of the eggs, onions, bacon, and pasta to meld and dance on your palate.

**Additional Recipe Variations:**

1. **Vegetarian Delight:** For a meatless option, simply omit the bacon and add sautéed mushrooms or grilled zucchini for a hearty and flavorful alternative.

2. **Herbed Butter Sauce:** Elevate your dish with a luscious herb-infused butter sauce, drizzled over the pasta for an extra layer of richness and complexity.

3. **Spicy Kick:** Add a touch of heat with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil, creating a fiery twist on this classic combination.

4. **Creamy Carbonara:** Transform this dish into a creamy carbonara by adding a mixture of beaten eggs, grated Parmesan, and black pepper, resulting in a silky and decadent sauce.

5. **Loaded with Vegetables:** Enhance your pasta with a variety of colorful vegetables such as sautéed bell peppers, broccoli florets, or cherry tomatoes for a vibrant and nutrient-rich meal.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN, BACON AND CARAMELIZED ONION PASTA BAKE (COOKING FOR 2)



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Shredded chicken, bites of bacon and sweet caramelized onions in a creamy Gruyère sauce make this decidedly dialed-up version of mac and cheese a real winner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 cup uncooked penne pasta
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (4 oz)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded cooked chicken
3 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
2/3 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. In 7-inch cast-iron skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are browned. Remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package to al dente; drain.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add flour; cook and stir 1 minute. Beat in milk, salt and pepper with whisk; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; beat in Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses. Add cooked pasta, chicken, bacon and browned onions; gently stir to combine. Transfer to same 7-inch cast-iron skillet.
  • In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and 1 tablespoon melted butter. Sprinkle over top of pasta mixture. Bake 14 to 17 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1230, Carbohydrate 100 g, Cholesterol 220 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 4 g, Protein 66 g, SaturatedFat 34 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1720 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 2 g

SPAGHETTI WITH FRIED EGGS



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Here's a quick and delicious pasta dish to make when you have little time, and even less food in the house. All you need is a box of spaghetti, four eggs, olive oil and garlic (Parmesan is a delicious, but optional, addition).

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     breakfast, easy, quick, weeknight, pastas, main course

Time 20m

Yield 2 or 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Salt
1/2 pound thin spaghetti
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or lard
2 large cloves garlic, lightly smashed and peeled
4 eggs
Freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to the boil. Start the sauce in the next step, and start cooking the pasta when the water boils.
  • Combine garlic and 4 tablespoons of the oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the garlic, pressing it into the oil occasionally to release its flavor; it should barely color on both sides. Remove the garlic, and add the remaining oil.
  • Fry the eggs gently in the oil, until the whites are just about set and the yolks still quite runny. Drain the pasta, and toss with the eggs and oil, breaking up the whites as you do. (The eggs will finish cooking in the heat of the pasta.) Season to taste, and serve immediately, with cheese if you like.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 607, UnsaturatedFat 26 grams, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 381 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND BACON



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Very intense, rich dish due to the sharpness of the cheeses melded with spicy, creamy, and tangy flavors.

Provided by lalala71

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
¼ cup butter
½ cup sour cream
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
4 cups grated Asiago cheese
4 cups grated Vermont Cheddar cheese
4 slices bacon
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, sliced thin
4 cloves garlic, minced
⅛ teaspoon brown sugar
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
½ teaspoon ground mustard
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil, add macaroni and cook for 8 minutes (noodles will still be slightly hard). Drain noodles and transfer to a large bowl with 1/4 cup of butter and toss to coat. Whisk together the sour cream, egg, and cream cheese; add to the pasta and mix well. Stir in 3 cups of grated Asiago and 3 cups of grated Cheddar cheese, reserving the remaining 2 cups of cheese for the topping.
  • Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate and chop into small pieces.
  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Stir 2 tablespoons butter, the onion, and garlic into the bacon drippings in the pan and cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and add the brown sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes until the onions are very soft and golden brown. Mix the cooked bacon, parsley, and panko breadcrumbs into the onions, transfer mixture to a small bowl and set aside.
  • Return the skillet to the heat and melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour, and stir until the mixture becomes paste-like and light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Gradually whisk the milk into the flour mixture and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook and stir until the mixture is smooth and thickened. Stir in the ground mustard, paprika, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Remove sauce from heat and let cool for five minutes.
  • Pour the sauce over the macaroni mixture, stirring well. Transfer to a greased 9x13 inch pan and sprinkle with the remaining 2 cups of Cheddar cheese. Top cheese with the onion breadcrumb mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven until bubbling, hot and golden brown on top, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 941.8 calories, Carbohydrate 56.6 g, Cholesterol 197 mg, Fat 59.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 45.6 g, SaturatedFat 36.3 g, Sodium 1475.4 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

CARAMELIZED ONION PASTA



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All you need for this tasty dinner is a bag of onions, garlic, some dried pasta, and cheese. Caramelizing sliced onions in a little butter and olive oil makes them become sweet and yielding, almost luscious. Pasta water and Parmesan do double duty, adding salt and depth while the creamy sauce forms.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     Pasta     Butter     Onion     Garlic     Parmesan     Cheese     Parsley     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Small Plates

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
2 lb. onions (about 3 large), thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
12 oz. linguine or other long pasta
4 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup), divided, plus more for serving
½ cup parsley, finely chopped (optional), plus more for serving
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium until butter is melted. Add onions and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender and deeply golden brown, about 30 minutes. (Stop before the onions become dry and shriveled.) Add red pepper flakes (if using) and 1 1/2 tsp. salt. Remove pot from heat.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Reserve 1 1/2 cups pasta cooking liquid.
  • Add pasta and 1 cup pasta cooking liquid to onion mixture and stir to combine. Add a small handful of cheese and stir until melted. Repeat with remaining cheese, adding more pasta cooking liquid as needed to create a glossy sauce that coats the pasta. Stir in parsley (if using).
  • Divide pasta among bowls. Top with Parmesan, parsley, and a few cranks of pepper.

CARAMELIZED ONION & GARLIC PASTA



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This full-flavored recipe is the result of my mom's love of pasta and our love of cooking together. With a bit of pepper heat and smoky bacon, the entree is excellent alone or paired with grilled chicken. -Lacy Jo Matheson, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon salt
8 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked angel hair pasta
9 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Fresh basil leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add the onions, pepper flakes and salt; saute until onions are tender. Stir in garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes or until onions are deep golden brown., Add the tomatoes, vinegar and 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; toss with onion mixture., Drizzle with remaining olive oil. Sprinkle with bacon, cheese, and pepper; heat through. Garnish with basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 587 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

PASTA WITH WILTED GREENS, BACON AND FRIED EGG



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The success of this delectably simple weeknight pasta relies on two things: the quality of the bacon, and the sheer amount of freshly ground pepper. The bacon must have ample fat to render out (this is where the sauciness comes from) as well as a hearty, smoky flavor. As for the black pepper, more is more; getting enough of that subtle, floral spiciness will require more than a few turns from the grinder. And yes, there's an egg on top.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     dinner, lunch, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces rigatoni or mezzi rigatoni
Kosher salt
8 ounces high-quality bacon, coarsely chopped
4 large eggs
Freshly ground black pepper
4 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 bunch kale or collard greens, thick stems removed, leaves torn into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup finely grated pecorino or Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until it's just al dente. (It should still have quite a bite to it; you'll finish cooking it in the skillet.) Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until it has rendered all its fat and the pieces are crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate or bowl, leaving the fat behind in the skillet; set bacon aside.
  • Return the skillet with the bacon fat to medium-high heat. Crack the eggs into the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Fry the eggs, using a spoon to encourage the bacon fat to come up around the whites and cause them to puff slightly. Cook the eggs until the whites are just set and crisped around the edges and the yolk is still bright yellow and runny, about 3 minutes.
  • Using a spatula, transfer eggs to another paper towel-lined plate, leaving the bacon fat behind; set eggs aside.
  • Return the skillet with the bacon fat to medium heat and add the garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until it's softened and lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add kale by the handful, letting it wilt between additions, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the kale is totally wilted and softened, about 4 minutes.
  • Add pasta and 1/2 cup pasta water to the skillet, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits on the bottom. Season with salt and plenty of fresh ground pepper. Continue to cook at medium heat, tossing the pasta occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and reduced by about half, about 2 minutes.
  • Add remaining 1/2 cup pasta water and continue to cook, tossing to encourage the starches to release, until you've got a thick, glossy sauce, about 2 to 3 minutes. (The pasta should also be completely tender at this point.) Add 1/4 cup grated cheese and more freshly ground pepper; toss to coat.
  • Divide pasta among bowls and crumble crispy bacon over. Top with additional cheese and a fried egg. Make sure to break the yolk before eating.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 663, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 551 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BACON AND ONION PASTA



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Building off of the simple but powerfully flavorful Italian dish pasta aglio, olio e peperoncino​​, this wondrous pantry recipe gets much of its flavor from bacon fat and caramelized onions. The one-two-three punch of spicy red-pepper flakes, aromatic garlic slivers and savory herbes de Provence bloomed in fat provides the umami-rich base for this easy workday meal. Red vermouth creates a rich, jammy pasta sauce edged with sweetness. Don't sleep on angel hair pasta: It's got the right airy bounciness that's excellent at soaking up seasonings. Threaded with parsley and Parmesan, these generously oiled noodles are a dream to eat.

Provided by Eric Kim

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces bacon
2 medium red onions
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper
8 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
1 cup sweet red vermouth (vermouth rouge)
1 pound angel hair or capellini
1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano

Steps:

  • Take the bacon out of its packaging with the slices still stuck together and place on a cutting board. Cut the bacon, still stacked, crosswise into ½-inch slices to create little bacon pieces, also known as lardons. Add to a large rimmed sheet pan. Halve and thinly slice the onions. Add to the sheet pan as well. Drizzle the olive oil over the bacon and onions, season with salt and pepper, and toss until evenly coated.
  • Place the sheet pan in a cold oven and then heat the oven to 450 degrees. Roast until the bacon has rendered much of its fat but is still pink and the onions are slightly charred in spots but not too dark, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Smash the garlic cloves with the side of your knife and thinly slice them. When the bacon and onions have had their 20 to 25 minutes, remove the sheet pan from the oven and stir in the garlic, red-pepper flakes, herbes de Provence and vermouth. Place the pan back in the oven and continue cooking until the vermouth is almost evaporated, and the bacon and onions look jammy and caramelized but not burnt, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions. (Don't overcook it, as angel hair can go from bouncy to soggy in seconds). Reserve 1 cup of the cooking liquid. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
  • Carefully transfer everything from the pan to the pot with the cooked pasta. Add the parsley and Parmesan to the pasta, and toss until evenly combined, adding some of the reserved cooking liquid if the sauce needs thinning out. Taste, adding more salt and pepper as needed, and serve immediately.

PASTA WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND BACON



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This recipe is sophisticated, but tastes really down-home. It originally came from Taste of Home and I tweaked it a bit, so it may look similar to another on the site, but I think my version is superb. Also, when I reheat it, I add more parm and some butter. It was fantastic the second time around too!

Provided by C.Lo Carb Queen

Categories     Weeknight

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 large sweet onions
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon salt
8 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
8 ounces angel hair pasta (uncooked)
1 (1 lb) package bacon, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon coursely ground pepper
fresh basil leaf (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions, pepper flakes and salt; saute until onions are tender. Stir in garlic. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes or until the onions are a deep golden brown.
  • Add the grape tomatoes, vinegar and 2 Tbsp oil to the skillet. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; Toss with onion mixture.
  • Drizzle with remaining olive oil. Sprinkle with bacon and Parmesan cheese and pepper and heat through. Garnish with fresh basil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1100, Fat 82.6, SaturatedFat 29.6, Cholesterol 124.1, Sodium 1420.5, Carbohydrate 58.9, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 9.3, Protein 29.9

PASTA WITH FRIED EGGS, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, AND BACON



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Categories     Egg     Onion     Pasta     Fry     Quick & Easy     Bacon     Spinach     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 bacon slices, chopped
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
4 medium onions, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
12 ounces spaghetti or linguine
4 large eggs
1 6-ounce bag fresh baby spinach
1/3 cup grated pecorino Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Sauté bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to paper towels. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon drippings; add 3 teaspoons oil and maintain heat. Add onions; sauté until deep golden brown, about 20 minutes. Stir in crushed red pepper. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat; cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking liquid in bowl. Return pasta to pot; add onions. Cover to keep warm.
  • Heat remaining oil in large skillet over medium heat. Crack eggs into skillet; fry until whites are set but yolks are still soft, about 4 minutes. Add spinach, cheese, eggs, and bacon to pasta; toss until egg whites are torn into shreds and spinach wilts. Add pasta cooking liquid to moisten. Season with salt and pepper; serve.

Tips:

  • For crispy bacon, cook it over medium heat and flip it frequently.
  • To caramelize onions, cook them over low heat for a long time, stirring occasionally.
  • Use a good quality pasta for the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the pasta, it should be al dente.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or half and half.
  • Garnish the pasta with fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, or chives.

Conclusion:

This pasta with fried eggs, caramelized onions, and bacon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The combination of flavors and textures is simply irresistible, and the creamy sauce is the perfect finishing touch. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table, and it's also a great way to use up leftover bacon and onions. With just a few simple steps, you can create a tasty pasta dish that is sure to be a hit!

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