Spaghetti with Bacon Onion and Ketchup
Transform your dinner routine with this quick and comforting Spaghetti with Bacon, Onion, and Ketchup recipe—a unique twist on classic pasta dishes. Featuring crispy bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and a tangy ketchup-based sauce, this dish is packed with flavor and comes together in just 30 minutes. The garlic-infused olive oil and a hint of freshly grated parmesan elevate each bite, while the optional fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend meal, this spaghetti recipe is as simple as it is satisfying. Serve it piping hot, and let the rich blend of savory and tangy flavors become your next family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 200 grams bacon
- 1 large onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 100 milliliters ketchup
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 50 grams parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.
While the pasta cooks, dice the bacon into small pieces and thinly slice the onion. Mince the garlic.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced bacon and cook until it becomes crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat until the onions are soft and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Lower the heat and stir in the ketchup. Mix well to form a sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen it.
Return the cooked bacon to the skillet and stir to combine.
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. If needed, add more reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
Season with black pepper and additional salt if needed. Sprinkle the spaghetti with grated parmesan cheese and toss to combine.
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy your flavorful spaghetti!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.3 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.2 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 242 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 5278 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.6 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 107.5 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 529 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1219 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
