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This full-flavored recipe is the result of my mom's love of pasta and our love of cooking together. With a bit of pepper heat and smoky bacon, the entree is excellent alone or paired with grilled chicken. —Lacy Jo Matheson, Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan
Nutritional Facts 1-1/2 cups equals 574 calories, 24 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 37 mg cholesterol, 495 mg sodium, 71 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 18 g protein.
Originally published as Caramelized Onion & Garlic Pasta in Taste of Home November 2011, p39
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Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
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Reviewed on May. 19, 2013 by queendeb1
Very tasty recipe, but as other reviewers have noted, I would also reduce the balsamic vinegar. To add another flavor element I would add 1 tablespoon of low sodium soy sauce, increase the red pepper to 1/2 teaspoon, the black pepper to 3/4 teaspoon, and add a bit of grated lemon zest to brighten things a bit. I used whole grain thin spaghetti, which worked well, but would reduce to 10 ounces for a saucier dish. Overall a great recipe & a keeper. Thanks!
Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2012 by mtbke5
Basic pasta recipe. Very good, but similar to many others we have tried.
Reviewed on Apr. 02, 2012 by MissusJenn
Easy to make and tasty.
Reviewed on Jan. 06, 2012 by kim1027
Amazing!!!! my husband couldnt get enough and my 3 yr old even ate it :) will be making again for sure.
Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2011 by bub2288
My husband asked for me to make this again the next night! Truly a keeper!
Reviewed on Dec. 09, 2011 by Luvsdaisies
We loved this! I used a little less onion and less garlic as 8 cloves seemed like a lot to me, otherwise I made it like the recipe. Hubby and I both loved it and I took some to my daughter and she declared it one of her new favorites! We also loved the Romano sticks, although I couldn't find Romano cheese at our store so I used parmesan, but they were still delicious!
Reviewed on Dec. 03, 2011 by Lynnette68
Caramelized onions, bacon, balsamic vinegar . . . What's not to like? Even my 10 year old son called it "excellent" (though he avoided the tomatoes). The tomatoes add a nice burst of sweetness that, of course, pairs well with the bacon.
Reviewed on Nov. 28, 2011 by dluellen
This recipe was awesome! I made it for my family and my husband could not stop talking about it. I must make it again. It was great having pasta without a lot of heavy sauces for a change. It was also filling too! This gets a Thumbs up from me!
Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2011 by sdmelia
The whole family enjoyed it, although everyone added salt.
Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2011 by HoneyLynn
Sort-a, kind-a what I made tonight, minus the tomatoes and vinegar. My daughter said, "Oh Mom, it's been ages since you've made something SOOOO good!" Served with Chicken Stuffed Broccoli & Cheese. Delish!
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