Tomato Bacon and Onion Fettuccine
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistible Tomato Bacon and Onion Fettuccine, a perfect harmony of bold flavors and comforting textures. This easy-to-make pasta dish features tender fettuccine coated in a light, savory sauce made from caramelized onions, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crispy bacon. The addition of garlic and fresh basil brings a fragrant, herbaceous note, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese lends creamy richness to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for family meals or entertaining friends. Serve this hearty yet elegant dish with a slice of crusty bread and a crisp green salad for the ultimate Italian-inspired dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining, and set the pasta aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate. Once cool, chop the bacon into small pieces.
In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook over medium heat until soft and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently until fragrant.
Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing them to soften and release their juices.
Crumble the cooked bacon back into the skillet, and add the cooked fettuccine. Toss everything together, adding a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water at a time to create a light sauce that coats the pasta.
Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and fresh basil over the top. Toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1878 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.0 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 2332 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 277.6 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 79.5 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 537 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1173 mg | 25% | |
*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.
