Ingredients

• 1 tbls olive oil or vegetable oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, finely sliced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 250g DON Diced Bacon
• 1 bay leaf
• 680g passata or pasta sauce
• 1 vegetable stock cube
• 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 handful parsley, chopped
• 1 handful fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 300g penne, cocked to packet instructions
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 150g goats cheese
• 40g Parmesan cheese, grated
• Extra hebs and Parmesan to serve

Bacon, Goat Cheese and Basil Pasta Bake

Prep

15

Ready in

15

Serves

4

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Method

1. Heat oil on medium heat in a large saucepan and add garlic, onion, and bacon. Cook for 5 minutes or until onion is translucent.
2. Add bay leaf, passata, stock cube, vinegar and sugar. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and add the herbs, penne and seasoning.
4. Gently stir to combine and place the pasta mix in a 1.5 litre oven proof baking dish. Top with goats cheese and parmesan.
5. Place in a pre-heated 200oc oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
6. To serve, top with a sprinkle of the extra fresh herbs and grated parmesan.