Spicy Bacon and Pepper Pasta

A quick and spicy pasta dish with crispy bacon, sautéed peppers, leeks, and garlic finished with fresh basil.

Quick Bacon Main Course Pasta Spicy

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

785.4

kcal / serving

785.4 kcal total

Carbs

74.8g

per serving

74.8 g total

Fat

42.1g

per serving

42.1 g total

Protein

28.5g

per serving

28.5 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

person

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

GrainsCereals

150

Fresh Pasta

cooked

Meat

rashers

Streaky Bacon

chopped

NutsSeeds

cloves

Garlic

chopped

pinch

Chili Flakes

pinch

Salt

to taste

pinch

Black Pepper

freshly ground

handful

Basil

chopped

OilsFats

Olive Oil

Vegetables

piece

Red Pepper

chopped

0.25

piece

Leek

chopped

Method

Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Add red pepper, leek, garlic, and chilli flakes to the pan.

Season with salt and pepper and cook gently for 4 minutes.

Add a splash of boiling water and stir to combine ingredients.

Add bacon and fry for 2 to 3 minutes until browned.

Stir in the 150g of cooked pasta and fresh basil.

Transfer to a bowl and serve immediately.