INGREDIENTS:

• 8 oz pasta, short cut or egg noodles
• 3 T oil
• 4 oz bacon or pancetta
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 c orange juice freshly squeezed
• 1/2 c marinara sauce
• 1/3 c half and half
• 1/4 c grated parmesan
• zest of 1/2 orange
• optional: 1/2 c basil, julienned

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Prepare your pasta according to the instructions.
2. In your skillet on medium heat, add the oil and fry the bacon until crisp. Add your garlic and cook for a few minutes more.
3. Stir in the juice and marinara sauce. Bring this to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper, add your half and half cream. Add the pasta and the parmesan cheese.
4. Stir well. Add the orange zest and basil if using.