Tasty Courgette Tagliatelle, with smoked bacon and fresh herbs
Ingredients
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 pack of smoked bacon lardons
- 1 courgette, cut into long ribbons
- 1 jar of Bolognese Sauce
- Red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp chopped Oregano
- 4 tbsp chopped Basil
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1 packet of tagliatelle pasta
- Ciabatta bread
- 1 garlic clove
- A drizzle of olive oil
Details
Level of difficulty Average
Cost Average budget
Preparation
Step 1
Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to the boil. Add salt to the water, add your pasta and cook until al dente.
Step 2
In a large frying pan over a medium to high heat add oil then quickly fry the courgette ribbons. Season and toss for a couple of minutes then remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 3
Add the onions to the pan and cook until they soften then add the bacon lardons, garlic and a splash of red wine vinegar. Simmer for a minute then add the Dolmio sauce.
Step 4
Cook the sauce for about 20 minutes until it thickens then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 5
When the pasta is cooked, drain and add to the pan with the sauce. Toss well to coat and add in the freshly chopped basil, oregano and courgette ribbons.
Step 6
Meanwhile split the ciabatta bread, rub with garlic and drizzle over some oil. Place on a baking tray and warm them in the oven until slightly toasted.
Step 7
Serve the pasta topped with the grated cheese and the toasted ciabatta bread.
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