bacon pasta with burrata

Bacon Pasta with Burrata Recipe

Ingredients:

• 200g (7 oz) pasta (such as spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
• 150g (5.3 oz) bacon, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 can (400g/14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 ball of burrata cheese
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
• Olive oil, for cooking

Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:
   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
   • Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
   • Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water, and set aside.
2. Cook the Bacon:
   • In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy.
   • Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
   • Leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the skillet and discard the rest.
3. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add a drizzle of olive oil if needed.
   • Sauté the minced garlic and chopped onion until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
   • Add the diced tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
   • Stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
   • Let the sauce simmer for a few more minutes until well combined.
4. Combine Pasta and Sauce:
   • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce.
   • Toss to coat the pasta evenly, adding a bit of the reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
   • Stir in the crispy bacon pieces.
5. Serve:
   • Divide the pasta among serving plates.
   • Tear the burrata cheese into pieces and place on top of the pasta.
   • Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
   • Drizzle with a bit of olive oil if desired.
6. Enjoy:
   • Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious bacon pasta with burrata!