Easy bacon tomato pasta

Method

• step 1

  Heat a frying pan or casserole dish, snip the bacon into pieces and fry - if they're not very fatty, add a little oil, otherwise let them cook in their own fat

• step 2

  Meanwhile, chop the onion and add it to the bacon once it's crisp. Saute gently. If the bacon hasn't released much fat/ water, add a little butter or a splash of red wine for the onion to cook in

• step 3

  Add the chopped garlic, let it cook for a minute or two, then add the tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper and a pinch of sugar

• step 4

  Bring to the boil then reduce heat and allow to simmer gently to reduce and thicken a little (about ten mins). Destone and add olives. You could put the pasta on at this stage, or leave it to simmer for a while longer (just stir occasionally)

• step 5

  Just before serving, stir in lots of fresh, chopped parsley and a tablespoon or two of creme fraiche. Check seasoning and serve over pasta