Lemon and Garlic Pasta

1 pound fettucini

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

½-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1-2 teaspoons garlic, chopped

3 cups grape tomatoes, halved

6 tablespoons lemon juice (2-3 lemons)

1 teaspoon salt

4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

½ cup parmesan, grated

Freshly ground pepper

Zest from ½ lemon

Boil fettucini in large pot of salted water until cooked to taste, about 9-11 minutes. Drain.

In the meantime, in a large skillet heat olive oil over medium heat. Add crushed red pepper and garlic, cook 1 minute. Add tomatoes, cook 45 seconds or just until heated. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and salt.

Combine hot pasta and tomato mixture in serving bowl, tossing to coat. Garnish bacon and cheese. Grind fresh pepper over the top and sprinkle with lemon zest. Serve immediately.

Serves six to eight.