Pan Fried Cherry Tomato and Bacon Penne

Serves 4

Preperation Time 10 mins

Cooking Time 10 - 12 mins

Ingredients

400g (14oz) Penne

1 tbsp Olive oil

200g (7oz) Bacon, trimmed and chopped

1 x Clove of garlic, crushed

2 x 250g Cherry tomatoes, halved

½ Cup chicken stock

¼ Cup oregano leaves

Sea salt and crack black pepper

Shaved parmesan cheese

Directions

Cook pasta in a large sauce pan with salt for 10-12 mins until al-dente. Drain and keep warm.

Heat a large non stick pan over high heat and add the oil. Allow the bacon to cook for 2 mins until it is golden.

Stir in the garlic and tomatoes into the pan and cook for 2-3 mins or until just starting to soften.

Add the stock, oregano, salt and pepper and cook for 2-3 mins until slightly thickened.

Add to the pasta, toss gently to combine and top with parmesan cheese.

Tips: When cooking the pasta add a little olive oil to the water to stop the pasta from sticking and help cook evenly.