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For 4 people
1/ Cook the Bacon: Place the bacon in a frying pan and cook until crispy or to your desired doneness. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
2/ Boil the Pasta Water: Fill a large pot with plenty of water and bring it to a boil.
3/ Cook the Pasta: Once the water is boiling, add a generous amount of salt (not listed in ingredients) and the pasta. Cook until al dente, about 2 minutes earlier than the package instructions.
4/ Heat the Pesto Rosso: In the same frying pan used for the bacon, add the sun-dried tomato pesto and warm it over low heat. If needed, add olive oil or a little pasta water to adjust the consistency.
5/ When the pasta is cooked, transfer it to a colander, drain the water, then add it to the frying pan and mix well with the pestrosso.
6/ Plate and Garnish: Serve the pasta on a plate, top with the crispy bacon and fresh basil leaves. Sprinkle with Parmigiano cheese and pine nuts if desired.
โญ๏ธTips for the Best Pesto Rosso Pastaโญ๏ธ
โญ Pick Your Perfect Pasta โ We use tagliatelle, but feel free to swap it for your favorite pasta, like penne or fusilli!
โญ Leftover Pesto? No Problem! โ This sun-dried tomato pesto isnโt just for pastaโitโs amazing spread on bread, toast, or even as a dip.
โญ Adjust the Consistency โ If your pesto feels too thick, loosen it with a splash of olive oil or pasta water for a smoother, silkier sauce.
โญ Crispy or Chewy Bacon? โ Cook the bacon to your preferred textureโextra crispy for crunch or slightly tender for a smoky, savory bite.
Founder of @Umami Sans Frontiรจres
