Canadian Bacon And Mozzarella Penne

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This is so good!!! love the combinations of flavors in this pasta!!

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Steps

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In a small bowl , combine the mozzarella , garlic , 1 1 / 2 tablespoons of the oil , 1 / 4 teaspoon of the salt , 1 / 4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes , and the parsley.

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In a large saucepan , heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over moderately low heat.

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Cook the onion , stirring occasionally , until.

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Translucent , about 5 minutes.

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Add the tomatoes , water , the remaining 1 / 2.

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Teaspoon salt , and a pinch of red- pepper flakes.

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Reduce the heat and.

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Simmer , covered , for 15 minutes.

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In a large pot of boiling , salted water , cook the pasta until just done , reserve 1 / 4 cup of the pasta-cooking water.

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Drain.

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Toss the pasta with the tomato sauce , mozzarella mixture , and canadian bacon.

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If the sauce seems too thick , add some of the reserved pasta-cooking water.

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Ingredients

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mozzarella cheese, garlic clove, olive oil, salt, dried red pepper flakes, fresh parsley, onion, crushed tomatoes, water, penne, canadian bacon