A creamy and comforting quick pasta recipe, ideal for when you’re short on time
Prep:10 mins
Serves 4
1 tbsp olive oil300g leek, halved and finely sliced8 rashers smoked streaky bacon, sliced400g pasta shapes (we used penne)100g herb & garlic soft cheese
STEP 1Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan. Add the leeks and 2 tbsp water, and cook for about 10 mins until very soft. Add the bacon, turn up the heat and fry until cooked.STEP 2Meanwhile, cook the pasta following pack instructions. Drain and reserve a mug of the cooking water.STEP 3Spoon cheese into the leek and bacon mix, adding some of the reserved cooking water. Season and stir gently over a low heat until melted. Toss through the cooked pasta, adding a little more cooking water, if needed, to help the sauce coat the pasta.
