Quick and Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta
Quick and Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta
ingredients
- 12 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 white onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- 2.
Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3.
In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped white onion, diced red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- 4.
Stir in the cooked bacon, tomato sauce, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, to blend the flavors.
- 5.
Add the cooked fusilli pasta to the skillet and toss until well coated with the sauce.
- 6.
Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- 7.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pasta, ensuring full coverage.
- 8.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
- 9.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- 10.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and enjoy the quick and easy creamy tomato pasta.
