Fettuccine with Bacon and Peas

6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced

Recipe and photo by Sara Newberry

1/2 yellow onion, finely diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup frozen peas

1 pound fettuccine, cooked per package directions, 1/2 cup cooking water reserved

1/2 cup mint leaves, torn 

In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until golden brown and starting to crisp. Add onion and cook until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. 

Add peas, pasta and cooking water and toss to mix. 

Toss in mint and season with salt and pepper. Serve right away.