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2 1/2 | pounds plum tomatoes, (about 5 cups) seeded, chopped |
2 | tablespoons balsamic vinegar |
3 | tablespoons olive oil |
6 | thick bacon slices, cut into 1/2-inch pieces |
2 | medium leeks, (white and pale green parts only) finely chopped |
2 | tablespoons finely chopped garlic |
1 | tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary |
1/2 | teaspoon dried crushed red pepper |
5 | cups coarsely chopped fresh arugula, (about 6 ounces) |
2 | 9 oz. packages packages fresh fettuccine |
6 | ounces soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled |
6 | tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese |
Additional grated Parmesan cheese |
Combine tomatoes and vinegar in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
Let stand until tomatoes release their juice, about 15 minutes.
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bacon;
cook until crisp, about 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels.
Add leeks to same skillet and sauté until tender, about 3 minutes.
Add garlic, rosemary and crushed red pepper; saute 1 minute.
Add tomato mixture and cooked bacon. Simmer until tomatoes are
heated through, about 4 minutes. Add arugula and simmer until wilted, about 1 minute.
Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender
but still firm to bite, about 3 minutes. Drain.
Transfer pasta to large bowl. Add goat cheese, 6 tablespoons Parmesan
cheese and tomato mixture. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve, passing additional Parmesan separately.
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