Bow Ties with Bacon and Tomatoes

Savor the irresistible combination of smoky bacon, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic garlic in this easy and flavorful Bow Ties with Bacon and Tomatoes recipe! Perfectly cooked farfalle pasta is tossed in a simple yet vibrant sauce made from juicy tomatoes, crispy bacon, and a hint of olive oil, with fresh basil adding a fragrant, herbaceous touch. Finished with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan, this 30-minute meal shines with its bold flavors and comforting textures. Perfect for a busy weeknight or an easy dinner party dish, this recipe is a delicious way to elevate your pasta night. Keywords: bow tie pasta, bacon and tomato pasta, quick pasta recipes, 30-minute meals, easy dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Bow tie pasta (farfalle)
• 6 slices Bacon
• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bow tie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease. Once cool, chop the bacon into small pieces.

Step 3

Discard most of the bacon grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan. Add the olive oil to the skillet and heat over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to break down and release their juices.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked pasta, chopped bacon, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Toss everything together until well combined. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a light sauce, if needed.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.

Step 8

Serve the pasta immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	831.9 grams (831.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2101

Total Fat 74.80g	96%
Saturated Fat 27.20g	136%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.60g
Cholesterol 128mg	43%
Sodium 3389mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 273.60g	99%
Dietary Fiber 15.90g	57%
Total Sugars 17.00g
Protein 94.90g	190%

Vitamin D 8IU	39%
Calcium 1051mg	81%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 1519mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.4%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 51.0%