Creamy caramelised onion and bacon pasta

Step 1

Heat oil in a large, deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Add bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden and crisp. Transfer to paper towel to drain.

Step 2

Reduce heat to medium. Add onion to pan. Cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until softened. Remove lid. Cook for a further 5 minutes or until golden and caramelised. Add garlic and vinegar. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes or until fragrant. Sprinkle over flour. Stir to coat.

Step 3

Meanwhile, cook pasta following packet directions, adding peas in the last 3 minutes of cooking time. Drain, reserving 1⁄3 cup cooking liquid.

Step 4

Add evaporated milk, bacon, pasta mixture, reserved cooking liquid and parmesan to onion mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing for 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through. Add 3⁄4 of rocket. Toss to combine. Serve topped with remaining rocket and extra parmesan.