Tomato Bacon Sauce
Elevate your pasta nights with this rich and savory Tomato Bacon Sauce, a flavor-packed recipe that effortlessly combines crispy bacon, aromatic garlic, and sweet crushed tomatoes. This hearty homemade sauce is infused with Italian herbs like oregano and basil, with a touch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. The smoky bacon crumbles are stirred in for bursts of flavor, while fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese add a gourmet finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for draping over pasta, spreading on pizza, or serving as a luscious dip. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving comfort food with a gourmet twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Place the bacon slices in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Cook until crispy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease from the skillet. Add olive oil and heat over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir in the tomato paste. Mix well to combine.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate all the spices.
Lower the heat to a simmer and let the sauce cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Stir in the crumbled bacon during the last 5 minutes of cooking, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove the sauce from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Optionally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Serve hot over pasta, as a pizza topping, or alongside your favorite dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
750 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.6 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 2504 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.3 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 339 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2633 mg | 56% | |
*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.
