Saturday, October 22, 2011

Penne Pasta with Pancetta Tomato White Wine Sauce

1 lb penne

1/2 lb pancetta, finely chopped
1 T olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 C dry white wine
1 28-oz can diced tomatoes
1/2 C chopped basil
1/2 C finely shredded parmesan

Directions:
1. Boil penne for 8-10 minutes in salted water until al-dente.  Drain, reserving 1 C of liquid.  Rinse pasta under cold water.
2. Heat olive oil in skillet under medium-high heat.  Add pancetta and cook until starts to brown.
3. Add onions and cook until soft.
4. Add garlic and cook, 2 minutes.
5. Add wine and reduce by half.
6. Add tomatoes.  Turn heat to medium and cook 15 minutes.  Salt and pepper to taste.
7. Add pasta and basil and cook 3-5 minutes.
8. Remove from heat, mix in parmesan.  Serve with fresh basil and parmesan.

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