Bacon and Fresh Pasta in a Jar

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound bacon, cut into small strips
• 1/2 pound fresh pasta
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the white wine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
3. Add the cooked bacon back to the skillet, along with the oregano, thyme, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the fresh pasta and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked through.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is a great way to use up leftover bacon.
• Cooking the pasta in the bacon fat adds extra flavor to the dish.
• You can use any type of pasta you like, such as penne, farfalle, or macaroni.