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Ingredients
- 1/2 lb Smoked bacon cut into 1" lengths
- 1 c. Finely minced yellow onion
- 2 c. Peeled, seeded, and minced fresh or possibly liquid removed canned tomatoes
- 1 c. Packed minced fresh basil
- 4 quart Water
- 1 Tbsp. Salt
- 1 lb Dry pasta such as penne or possibly rigatoni
- 1/2 c. Heavy whipping cream Fresh basil sprigs for garnish Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for passing (preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano)
Method
- Place the bacon in a saute/fry pan or possibly skillet over medium-low heat and cook till done but not crisp.
- Add in the onion and cook, stirring frequently, till onion is soft and lightly golden brown, about 5 min.
- Combine the tomatoes and 1/2 c. of the minced basil in a food processor or possibly blender and coarsely puree.
- Transfer to the bacon and onion mix.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 30 min.
- In a large pot, bring the water to a rapid boil.
- Stir in the salt.
- Drop in the pasta and cook till tender but still hard to the bite.
- Drain.
- Meanwhile, drizzle the heavy cream into the simmering sauce, then add in remaining 1/2 c. minced basil.
- Heat through, then toss with the liquid removed pasta, garnish with the basil sprigs, and serve immediately.
- Pass the cheese at the table.
- Serves 6 to 8 as a pasta course, or possibly 4 as a main course.
- Comments: According to Hollywood set designer Joe Bevacqua, this is Sophia Loren's favorite pasta dish.
- Surprisingly, it is made with American-style smoked bacon and dry pasta; it's too hearty for delicate fresh noodles.
