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Penne with Broccoli, Bacon and Garlic




Source of Recipe


Family Circle 7/03






List of Ingredients



• 1 box (1 lb) penne
  
• 1 head broccoli, cut into 1" flowerets, stems peeled and cut into 3/4" thick slices OR: 1 bag (about 1 lb) fresh broccoli flowerets
  
• 2 T olive oil
  
• 1/2 lb Canadian bacon, diced or pancetta
  
• 1 medium-size onion, halved and sliced crosswise
  
• 1/2 tsp red-pepper flakes
  
• 1 can (14.5 oz) chicken broth
  
• 1/4 tsp salt
  
• 1/4 tsp pepper
  
• 1 medium-size ripe red tomato, cored and diced
  
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  






Instructions



1. In large deep pot of ightly salted water, cook penne until al dente, firm yet tender, following package directions. For last 4 minutes of cooking, add broccoli. Drain.
   
2. Meanwhile, in large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add bacon and onion; saute 3 minutes. Lower heat to medium; add pepper flakes; cook until onion is softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in broth, salt and pepper; heat through. Remove from heat; stir in tomato.
   
3. Transfer hot pasta and broccoli to large serving bowl. Add bacon mixture from skillet; toss to combine. Stir in Parmesan, and serve immediately.
   






Final Comments


Makes 8 servings.