Pasta Tomato Carbonara

Ingredients

Directions

1. 1

   Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp; drain on paper towels, reserving drippings.

2. 2

   Drain off part of the drippings, leaving enough to saute the garlic and onion.

3. 3

   Crumble bacon; set aside.

4. 4

   Stir the onion and garlic into the bacon drippings. Cook until onion is tender but not brown.

5. 5

   Add tomatoes with liquid, basil, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat. (A splash of red wine added here certainly does no harm!).

6. 6

   Reduce heat; simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. 7

   Cook pasta according to package directions.

8. 8

   Add tomato mixture and reserved crumbled bacon to pasta; toss lightly and enjoy!