Spaghetti with Salami and Bacon
Savory salami and crispy bacon combine with spaghetti for a smoky, meaty twist on traditional pasta. Great for quick dinners with punchy flavors.
Savory salami and crispy bacon combine with spaghetti for a smoky, meaty twist on traditional pasta. Great for quick dinners with punchy flavors.
Ingredients
1 (16 ounce) package uncooked spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon butter
1/4 pound hard salami, diced 2 slices bacon, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped 1 leek, thinly sliced
salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 2 tomatoes, diced
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Method
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place salami and bacon in the skillet; cook until just starting to crisp. Stir in garlic and leek; season with salt and pepper, and cook 2 minutes more. Stir in tomatoes and 1 tablespoon basil; cook 1 minute more.
Mix the cooked pasta into the contents of the skillet, along with 3 tablespoons Parmesan. Serve topped with remaining Parmesan and basil.
