TOMATO AND BACON PASTA 
1 lb. fettucini or spaghetti
1 1/2 c. frozen peas
4 strips bacon, cut in 1-inch pieces
1 onion, chopped
2 med. tomatoes, chopped
1 (16 oz.) can whole tomatoes in thick sauce
1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/4 c. Parmesan cheese

Cook pasta according to directions. Place frozen peas in colander. Drain cooked pasta over peas. Toss pasta and peas; place on large platter. Keep warm.

Meanwhile, in large skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove bacon and drain. Saute onion in 1 tablespoon bacon grease. Add fresh tomatoes and cook 1-2 minutes. Add canned tomatoes and red pepper flakes to taste. Simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.

To serve, sprinkle warm pasta with bacon pieces. Top with tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese.

 

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