Pasta with bacon and peas

5 servings

45 minutes

Pasta with bacon and peas is a delightful dish of Italian cuisine that combines classic flavors and amazing texture. It originated as a variation of traditional pasta with tomato sauce, where juicy bacon adds richness and sweet peas bring freshness. Gruyère melting in the oven creates an appetizing crust, while aromatic tomato sauce adds rich umami notes. The pasta is perfect for a cozy family dinner or festive gathering, delighting with its combination of softness and slight crunchiness. Bacon fried to golden brown contrasts with the velvety texture of the pasta, creating a harmony of flavors. This dish is not only hearty but also elegant, especially when served with a glass of light red wine and fresh basil leaves.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 732.8
• Proteins: 31.1g
• Fats: 40g
• Carbohydrates: 60.3g

Ingredients

• Salt: to taste
• Bacon: 12 pc
• Gruyere cheese: 250 g
• Canned green peas: 250 g
• Sugar: 1 tsp
• Tomatoes: 1 kg
• Onion: 1 pc
• Sunflower oil: 2 tbsp
• Paste: 300 g

Cooking steps

1. Pour the pasta into a large pot of salted water, bring to a boil, and cook uncovered. When the water boils again, reduce the heat so that the water continues to boil and cook for another 10-12 minutes. Drain through a large colander, rinse under cold water, and set aside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Paste: 300 g
   • Salt:  to taste

2. While the pasta is boiling, finely chop the onion and tomatoes, drain the juice from the peas, and grate the cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Tomatoes: 1 kg
   • Canned green peas: 250 g
   • Gruyere cheese: 250 g

3. Heat oil in a pan - fry the onion on low heat for 8 minutes until golden. Add tomatoes and cook, mashing them with a spatula, for another 10 minutes. Let the mixture cool slightly, then transfer to a blender and puree. Add sugar and salt to taste. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sunflower oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Tomatoes: 1 kg
   • Sugar: 1 teaspoon
   • Salt:  to taste

4. Mix the pasta, tomato sauce, peas, and 65 grams of cheese in a fireproof dish. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese on top and bake for a few minutes until the cheese melts.

   Required ingredients:

   • Paste: 300 g
   • Canned green peas: 250 g
   • Gruyere cheese: 250 g

5. At this time, roll the bacon slices into rolls and secure them with toothpicks. Fry in a non-stick pan, turning, for 5-10 minutes until the bacon is cooked and golden-brown. Remove the toothpicks, place the bacon on top of the pasta, and serve immediately.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 12 pieces