PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI, TOMATOES AND BACON

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This simple supper is a great way to use the last of garden zucchini and tomatoes. Adapted from Bon Appetit (September 2004)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb bacon, thick sliced, cut crosswise into one inch pieces
1 red onion, chopped
1 yellow bell peppers or 1 red bell pepper, cored and cut into strips
1 1/2 cups white wine (or 1/2 cup sherry and 1 cup white grape juice or just all white grape juice)
1 lb macaroni (rotini or elbow work well)
2 zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
3 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/3 cup fresh oregano, chopped
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese or 4 ounces feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat until crisp and brown. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper towel covered plate to drain. Discard all but 3 tablespoons of bacon drippngs.
  • Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until soft about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add wine and bring to a boil, simmer until reduced by 1/3 about 3-5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile cook pasta in a pot of boiling water for 5 minutes and then add zucchini and cook for remaining time according to package directions. (about 10 minutes total time) Drain.
  • Add pasta, zucchini, bacon, tomatoes and oregano to onion in dutch oven. Toss and cook over medium-high heat for about 3-5 minutes or until pasta is coated with sauce.
  • Add cheese, toss, and cook for another few minutes or until cheese melts.
  • Serve at once or this can be prepared ahead of time and reheated at 350°F until hot (about 30 minutes).

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This recipe is a waste of time. It didn't turn out anything like the picture.


Marcia Simon
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pasta turned out really mushy.


tonny mugalula
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This recipe was too complicated for me. I ended up burning the bacon.


Samim Alam
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my pasta turned out too dry. I think I should have added more sauce.


Mano G
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This pasta dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning.


Tunjella Afrin
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Emma Duncan
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Yum! This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again.


Nauman fiaz
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This pasta dish is so flavorful and easy to make. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Jamil Marri
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I made this recipe last night and it was a huge success. My husband and kids loved it. The leftovers were even better the next day.


Pitbull Mom (Naw-Naw)
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This dish was delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect. I especially liked the crispy bacon.


Waqar CH
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I often add a bit of red pepper flakes for a little extra spice.


Lisa Addai
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The zucchini and tomatoes were perfectly cooked, and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.