Step 1

Thinly slice the onion and cut the bacon into pieces of about 7mm thickness. Discard the seeds of the chilli and chop finely.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a saucepan and fry the bacon on a low heat. Once the bacon starts to become slightly crispy on the edges, add the onion and chilli. Cook on a low heat until the onions start to caramelise. (POINT: At least 15mins)

Step 3

Add the chopped tomatoes and sugar and leave the sauce to thicken on a low to medium heat for 15-20mins.

Step 4

Season with a little salt, pepper and dash of maggi or worcester sauce.

Step 5

Pour over cooked pasta and serve with chopped parsley and grated parmesan.