Pasta, son!

I read about a great pasta dish a few weeks ago.  It was featured on the blog: Queenie Takes Manhattan, which I've been following for a few months now.  "Queenie" is a gal in New York that blogs about food, decor, etc.  She often posts delicious dishes that she's created herself, including this pasta dish.  I thought I'd give it a try...

1/4 lb. fettuccine noodles (I like Barilla brand, but any old box of pasta will do.  Fresh pasta is obviously best).

1/2 cup chopped bacon 

1 tsp. olive oil

1/4 of a white onion, thinly sliced

1 clove garlic, thinly sliced

1/3 cup frozen peas

1/4 cup chives, finely chopped

1 tbs. heavy cream

1/8 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and Pepper

Small handful of finely chopped parsley

1. Chop a few strips of bacon into small chunks.  By the way, this is the best bacon I've found out there.  It's "Wright" bacon, and when you open the pack it smells like smoky goodness.  It's very thick and super flavorful.  Also, at this point, begin cooking your fettuccine pasta until al dente and set aside (Don't forget to add a generous amount of salt to the water as boiling begins).

2. Sautee bacon chunks until fat is rendered and bacon is crisp.  After bacon has rendered, take  out of the pan with a slotted spoon and empty half of bacon oil.

3. While bacon renders take care of all of your veggie chopping and preparation.

4. Add Olive Oil, onions, and a pinch of salt to pan, cook for a few minutes until onions are browned.  Once onions have browned a bit add garlic and cook until fragrant.

5. Add peas, half amount of chives, and pinch of salt to pan.  Allow to cook for a minute or two until peas are cooked through.

6. Add al dente pasta, heavy cream, remaining chives, and Italian parsley to pan.  Allow to cook together for a couple minutes.

7. Finish with Parmesan cheese and serve in large bowl.  Put a couple of chives on top to make it look extra awesome and gourmet...

I really enjoyed this pasta dish.  Thanks to Queenie!  It's a great, quick meal.  Give it a try and let me know what you think.