Carbonara Style Rigatoni

By á-38518

Ingredients

• 12 oz Rigatoni
• 5 slices bacon, coarsely chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
• Fresh oregano, optional garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasts, drain, reserving 1 cup water
Meanwhile, in large skillet over medium hear, cook bacon until crisp
Remove bacon and drain
To drippings in skillet, add onion, cook for 7 mins or until tender
Stir in ricotta, parsley, parm, salt, red pepper and reserved 1 cup water, warm through (sauce will be thin)
Toss pasta with sauce, sprinkle with bacon
Garnish with oregano