MUSHROOM-BACON PASTA

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If you like mushrooms, you'll like this pasta dish! Make it a main course, or serve it as a side dish. As well, this dish easily doubles.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb spaghetti (or linguini)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 ounces diced bacon
2 cups sliced mushrooms (see first line of directions)
2 teaspoons capers, drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Note: use any type of mushrooms you like, or a combination; try button, cremini or shiitake.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions in a large pot of boiling salted water; cook until al dente then drain well; place in a serving bowl and reserve.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over low heat, heat one tbsp of the olive oil.
  • Add bacon and mushrooms to skillet and cook, stirring, until browned.
  • Add remaining oil to skillet, then the capers, garlic, salt and hot pepper flakes.
  • Cook, stirring, for about 10 minutes or until garlic is just slightly golden.
  • Stir in basil (you can also substitute fresh parsley, for a different taste) and toss with cooked pasta.
  • Serve with parmesan cheese on the side.

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