Pasta Rustica
Serves: 2
Estell Schumm
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
51
Spice
58
Sweetness
50
Sourness
39
mins
Prep time (avg)
4.8
Difficulty
Ingredients:
450 g
Rotini1 cup
Virgin Olive Oil (extra)2 medium
Onion (chopped)1 cup
Parsley (chopped)4 cloves
Garlic (minced)2 tbsps
Capers (drained)1 tsp
Oregano (dried)1 cup
Grated Parmesan CheeseDirections:
1
Cook pasta according to package directions
2
Meanwhile, in a large deep skillet, cook bacon until crisp
3
Drain bacon on paper towel; cut or break into 1/2-inch pieces
4
Discard bacon drippings from skillet; add oil
5
Cook onions in oil over medium heat 5 minutes, stirring occasionally
6
Add bell pepper, parsley, garlic and pepper flakes; cook 2 minutes
7
Add tomatoes and reserved bacon; simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally
8
Stir in olives and oregano; simmer 2 minutes
9
Season to taste with salt, if desired
10
Drain pasta; toss with sauce and cheese
11
Transfer to serving plates and serve with additional cheese, if desired