Bacon Aglio Olio

The traditional tastes of garlic and olive oil are combined with the richness of bacon to create the simple but flavorful Italian pasta dish known as Bacon Aglio Olio. Its easy to make and ideal for bacon enthusiasts.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz spaghetti
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes adjust to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions:

Cook the spaghetti until al dente, following the directions on the package

After draining, set aside

Heat the olive oil in a big skillet over medium heat

When the bacon is crispy, add it chopped and cook it

While leaving the bacon fat in the skillet, remove the bacon and set it aside

Add the red pepper flakes and thinly sliced garlic to the skillet with the bacon fat

Saute the garlic for one to two minutes, or until it becomes aromatic and golden

Take care to prevent burning it

Add the crispy bacon and cooked spaghetti

Toss to thoroughly mix in all the ingredients

To taste, add salt and black pepper for seasoning

Cook for a further two to three minutes, or until thoroughly heated through

Take off the heat and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley on top

Enjoy your flavorful Bacon Aglio Olio while its still hot