Smoky Bacon and Tomato Spaghetti

Good Pair Days (Roos Michels) -
  • 400g spaghetti
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 120g smoked bacon, cut into matchsticks
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 1 chopped garlic clove
  • 2 x 400g tins of chopped tomatoes
  • Parmesan, to serve
  • Cook the spaghetti until al dente in salted boiling water. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large frying pan, and fry the bacon for 4 mins. Stir in the onion and cook for 4 mins more, then add the paprika and garlic, and cook for a further minute.
  • Pour in the tomatoes and bring to a simmer for 5 mins to thicken. Drain the pasta and toss with the sauce, then serve with a generous portion of grated parmesan.
20 mins
4 serving