PENNE WITH TOMATO, BACON AND CHEESE SAUCE

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Provided by Lisa Zwirn

Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Tomato     Sauté     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Blue Cheese     Bacon     Fall     Noodle     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 bacon slices, chopped
6 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
4 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 pound penne
1/2 to 3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, feta cheese or coarsely grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Sauté bacon in heavy large saucepan over medium heat until crisp. Spoon off all but 4 tablespoons drippings from pan. Add garlic to pan and stir 30 seconds. Add wine and scrape up any browned bits. Add tomatoes with juices, tomato paste, oregano and crushed red pepper. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Mix in 2 tablespoons parsley.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
  • Return pasta to pot. Add sauce. Toss over medium heat until sauce coats pasta, adding reserved cooking water by tablespoonfuls if mixture is dry. Mix in cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons parsley.

Kimariblacks
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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavor was good. I would definitely make it again.


Izabella Cease
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This recipe is a bit too time-consuming for a weeknight meal. I would recommend making it on a weekend when you have more time.


Subin Raj
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I found the instructions in this recipe to be a bit confusing. I had to re-read them several times to make sure I was doing it correctly.


Thelma Haynes
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This recipe is a bit too high in calories for my taste. I will try using less cheese next time.


C C
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I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the bacon from this recipe. It was still very tasty!


Please marry me Brian May
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I'm lactose intolerant, so I used dairy-free cheese in this recipe. It was still delicious!


Adrian Cox
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I'm not a huge fan of bacon, so I substituted ground beef in this recipe. It turned out great!


Chaudhary Raees
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and I received many compliments.


Farhan Hasib
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. The sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the bacon and cheese make it extra special.


Rosina Azumah
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I often add different vegetables to the sauce, such as zucchini, mushrooms, or spinach.


Piyas Mahmud
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This recipe is great for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I often use frozen bacon to save time.


Nusrat Farjana
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I found that the sauce was a bit too thick. I would recommend adding more milk or cream to thin it out.


Tharusha Dhananjaya
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more spices or herbs to the sauce.


Apria Chowdhury
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.


Arpi Feri
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the bacon and cheese added a nice touch of saltiness and savoriness.


R e Z w a n
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. My kids love it and it is always a hit at potlucks.


MD SK Jahid
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I love this recipe because it is so easy to make and always turns out great. I usually use a jarred tomato sauce, but I have also made it with fresh tomatoes when they are in season.


Summer Callihan
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Penne with tomato, bacon, and cheese sauce is a classic pasta dish that is always a hit with my family and friends. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the bacon and cheese add a nice salty and savory touch.