Penne with Bacon and Tomatoes

• medium onion↗1

  chopped

• (35 ounce) can crushed tomatoes↗1
• slices bacon↗4

  diced

• black pepper↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• penne (or rigatoni)↗1 lb

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Saute onion and bacon in large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent (do not brown onions).

2. 2

   Pour off excess fat.

3. 3

   Add tomatoes to skillet and cook, uncovered, over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes or until sauce is lightly thickened.

4. 4

   Add black pepper.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, cook penne or rigatoni according to package directions.

6. 6

   Drain well.

7. 7

   Toss penne and sauce in large serving bowl and serve immediately.