PASTA WITH BACON, SUGAR SNAP PEAS AND RED WINE

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This evolved from my recipe for Carbonara from the Food and Wine pasta cookbook. I was experimenting with ways to cut the cream and eggs and with a couple of other tweaks this is where I ended up! It definitely stands on its own for a meal, particularly if you add more veggies, but I also use it as a side dish at times. Prosciutto works well too but make sure it gets really crispy. With the wine, you are going to add it to the bacon mixture 2 tablespoons at a time.

Provided by Bakabeth

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 lb pasta (I prefer campanelle or fusilli from Barilla)
8 ounces sugar snap peas
8 slices center-cut bacon, chopped
1 -2 large shallot, chopped (should be about 1/2 to 2/3 cup. red onion can be subbed but then up garlic)
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2/3 cup red wine (the better the wine, the better the meal!)
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided into two 1/4 tsp
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (I mostly used Kraft Reduced fat with a few tbsp fresh mixed in)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Put on a pot of salted water to boil.
  • Heat up a large skillet over medium. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
  • Add chopped bacon and stir. Let bacon cook about 5 minutes until it starts to brown and bacon grease gets released into pan.
  • Add shallots, garlic, pinch of red pepper flakes and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir and cook until shallots and garlic begin to brown, about 2 more minutes.
  • Add first 2 tbsp of red wine and carefully scrap down the pan to make sure all the little bits are being picked up. Let cook 2-3 minutes and repeat, adding another 1/4 tsp of black pepper.
  • Meanwhile, add pasta to boiling water and cook per instructions. Add sugar snap peas 1 min, 15 seconds before pasta cooking time is up. (This will make them tender crisp. Change cooking time if you like them more/less tender).
  • Repeat the process with the wine until it has all been used, adding additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Once all wine has been added, move heat to low/medium low. Add 1 tbsp red wine.
  • Drain pasta/snow peas and add into skillet. If your skillet is not large enough this can be done in a new bowl. Thoroughly combine bacon mixture with pasta, really scrapping the sides of the pan to make sure all the flavors are incorporated.
  • Add 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and 2 tbsp fresh parsley. Mix again.
  • Serve and enjoy! I usually keep a cup of cheese on the table for people to add more as they see fit.

Soliman Adra
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Mg Chann
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This pasta dish is absolutely delicious! The bacon and sugar snap peas add a nice sweetness and crunch, while the red wine sauce is rich and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Saiful islam shohag
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! The pasta is cooked perfectly, the bacon is crispy, and the sauce is divine. I highly recommend this recipe.


KIM K MUSIC UGANDA - OFFICIAL
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the combination of bacon, sugar snap peas, and red wine sauce.


Hafiz Md Hafiz
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I made this dish last night and it was amazing! The sauce was so flavorful and the bacon and sugar snap peas were a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Adam Law
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This pasta dish is delicious! The sauce is so flavorful and the bacon and sugar snap peas are a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Tariq Soomro
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


papyrus cool
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This pasta dish is absolutely delicious! The bacon and sugar snap peas add a nice sweetness and crunch, while the red wine sauce is rich and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rojina Soltani
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! The pasta is cooked perfectly, the bacon is crispy, and the sauce is divine. I highly recommend this recipe.


Joli Danison
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the combination of bacon, sugar snap peas, and red wine sauce.


Its D!
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I made this dish last night and it was amazing! The sauce was so flavorful and the bacon and sugar snap peas were a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Bilal khalil
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This pasta dish is delicious! The bacon and sugar snap peas add a nice sweetness and crunch, while the red wine sauce is rich and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Fely Abernethy
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I love this recipe! It's so simple to make and the flavors are incredible. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Ariana Posos
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The pasta is cooked perfectly, the bacon is crispy, and the sauce is divine. I highly recommend this recipe.


Md bappi rahman
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta dishes, but this one changed my mind. The bacon and sugar snap peas were a great combination, and the red wine sauce was rich and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


joy jim
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors. The red wine sauce was particularly delicious.


Joseph Murphy
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The bacon added a nice smoky flavor, and the sugar snap peas were a refreshing addition. I will definitely be making this again.