Bacon and Pesto Pasta

I found this little recipe in the Healthy Food Magazine and it was a hit with the kids and us adults.  We have made a few alterations to make it dairy free :)

Enjoy!

Bacon and Pesto Pasta

Ingredients

Bacon Rashers

Fettuccine Spaghetti (or whatever pasta you have in the cupboard)

Capsicum - diced

Pesto (we made this using fresh basil leaves and olive oil with salt and pepper to taste - enough to coat spaghetti evenly)

Mozzarella Cheese (optional)

Fresh Basil to serve

Mixed Green Salad to serve

Instructions

Grill bacon until crispy and cut into small pieces.

Cook spaghetti following packet directions until al dente.  Drain and return to pan.

Add pesto to spaghetti and toss to coat evenly.  

Add bacon, capsicum, basil (and cheese if using).  Season with pepper and salt.  Toss once more.

Serve with salad.