Calamarata with Bacon in a fresh Tomato Sauce (Gluten Free)

This Calamarata with Bacon in a fresh Tomato Sauce (Gluten Free) comes together in less than 15 minutes and is so delicious! It tastes just like a BLT!

You guys… this pasta is EVERYTHING!

This was a total experiment that came out absolutely delicious! I love when that happens! 🙂

This meal is super easy to make too. It literally took about 15 minutes to make, which makes it perfect for those busy weeknights.

I hope you guys love this Calamarata with Bacon in a fresh Tomato Sauce as much as I did! It’s:

• Easy to make
• Rich
• Flavorful
• Insanely Savory
• Gluten Free
• & Satisfying

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Cheers!

Calamarata with Bacon in a fresh Tomato Sauce (Gluten Free)

Print Recipe

• Author: Tastefulventure
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Yield: 2 1x
• Category: Gluten Free
• Cuisine: Main Dish, Pasta

Ingredients

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• 250 grams Calamarata (I used Gluten Free)
• 2 Tbs EVOO
• 6 slices Bacon chopped
• 20 Cherry or Grape Tomatoes halved
• 1 small Shallot finely chopped (about 2 Tbs)
• Pinch of Pepper
• Fresh Basil for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook pasta as directed on package or until al dente
2. While the pasta is cooking start the rest
3. In a large frying pan add EVOO, heat over med/high heat
4. Add Shallots and Bacon
5. Sauté until Bacon is about half way cooked (2-4 minutes)
6. Add Tomatoes, sauté 2-3 minutes until Tomatoes start to break down into a sauce form
7. Add a bit of pasta water if it gets too dry
8. Drain pasta and reserve 1/2 cup of the water
9. Add pasta to sauce, add in a little bit of the pasta water at a time until desired sauce consistency
10. Sauté 2-3 minutes
11. Add fresh Basil for garnish and serve
12. Enjoy!