Pasta with Canadian Bacon

I use the term Canadian bacon because that is what it's called in California, where my daughter's mom-in-law, Kathy, lives and where the recipe comes from. Where I live we call it back bacon. This is a tasty meal that can be whipped up in about 15 minutes.

Ingredients: (for 2)

• 2 cups pasta of choice
• few tablespoons olive oil
• 200 grams (approx 1/2 lb) back bacon (or smoked ham)
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves crushed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• Italian seasoning to taste ( a few good shakes)
• Parmesan Cheese

Method:

1. Cook pasta in salted water, according to pkg directions. Do not overcook; drain.
2. Meanwhile, in large skillet, simmer bacon with 1 Tbsp olive oil, add chopped onion and cook until transparent, then add crushed garlic, tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Cook on low until pasta is done, stirring to blend flavors.
3. Add drained pasta and a drizzle of olive oil.
4. Toss and sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese.
5.  Serve with a Caesar salad or steamed asparagus.