737. SPAGHETTI with MASCARPONE and BACON

makes 6 servings


3/4 pound bacon, chopped
8 ounces spaghetti
1/4 cup chopped shallots
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 cup white wine
8 ounces mascarpone cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

In a large skillet over medium-low heat, cook bacon until crisp, about 12 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain; remove all but 1 tablespoon fat from the skillet. Crumble bacon. 2. While bacon is cookiing, prepare pasta according to package directions, drain and keep warm. Add shallots to skillet; cook 3 minutes, until translucent. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Stir in wine and cook until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add mascarpone, salt and pepper. Stir until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Mix in milk and parsley; cook 1 minute to heat through. Add pasta and bacon to skillet; mix gently. Divide on six plates and serve immediately.


courtesy of: Atkins