Spicy Tomato Pasta: Easy Weeknight Delight with Turkey Bacon
Experience the delightful combination of flavors in this easy Spicy Tomato Pasta with Turkey Bacon, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low-carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy; remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil, onion, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add crushed tomatoes and red pepper flakes; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Mix in cooked spaghetti and bacon; toss to combine.
- Season with salt and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Serve with grated Parmesan for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Spicy Tomato Pasta