Linguine with Pancetta and Sauteed Cherry Tomatoes

Name: Linguine with Pancetta and Sauteed Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces linguine; 1/4 cup olive oil; 6 garlic cloves, chopped; 4 ounces sliced pancetta or bacon, chopped; 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 1 1/2 pounds cherry tomatoes; 1 1/4 cups grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese, divided; 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, divided

Gerald Colapinto of Corona, California, writes: "My grandparents were born in Italy and were wonderful cooks, so I'm partial to Italian food. I especially love the cooking of Southern Italy. Fortunately, I often travel to Rome on business. Back home, I like to re-create the dishes I discovered."

By Gerald Colapinto

November 1, 2005

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