Penne with Bacon and Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 1 (35 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lb penne (or rigatoni)

Directions

1. 1

   Saute onion and bacon in large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent (do not brown onions).

2. 2

   Pour off excess fat.

3. 3

   Add tomatoes to skillet and cook, uncovered, over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes or until sauce is lightly thickened.

4. 4

   Add black pepper.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, cook penne or rigatoni according to package directions.

6. 6

   Drain well.

7. 7

   Toss penne and sauce in large serving bowl and serve immediately.