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Bacon Penne all’Arrabbiata

Bacon Penne all’Arrabbiata

Serves: 4 Prep: 10 mins Cook: 25 mins Total: 35 mins

A fiery Italian-inspired pasta dish featuring crispy bacon and penne tossed in a punchy tomato and chilli arrabbiata sauce. Simple, bold, and full of attitude.



 

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 200g smoked bacon lardons or streaky bacon, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1–2 tsp chilli flakes (to taste)
  • 400g chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato purée
  • 300g penne pasta
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

To Finish

  • Grated parmesan or pecorino
  • Fresh parsley or basil (optional)

Instructions

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    Cooking Instructions

Cook the Bacon

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  1. Step 2

    Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

  2. Step 3

    Add the bacon and cook until crisp and golden.

  3. Step 4

    Remove and set aside, leaving the fat in the pan.

Build the Sauce

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    Add the onion to the pan and cook until soft.

  2. Step 6

    Stir in the garlic and chilli flakes and cook briefly until fragrant.

Simmer

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    Stir in the chopped tomatoes and tomato purée.

  2. Step 8

    Season with salt and pepper.

  3. Step 9

    Simmer for 12–15 minutes until thick and punchy.

Cook the Pasta

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    Cook the penne in well-salted boiling water according to packet instructions.

  2. Step 11

    Drain, reserving a little pasta water.

Combine & Serve

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    Stir the bacon back into the sauce.

  2. Step 13

    Toss the pasta through the sauce, loosening with a splash of pasta water if needed.

  3. Step 14

    Serve hot with grated cheese and herbs.

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