Instructions: In a large skillet over medium-low heat, cook bacon until crisp, about 12 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain; remove all but 1 tablespoon fat from the skillet. Crumble bacon.

While bacon is cookiing, prepare pasta according to package directions, drain and keep warm.

Add shallots to skillet; cook 3 minutes, until translucent. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Stir in wine and cook until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.

Add mascarpone, salt and pepper. Stir until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Mix in milk and parsley; cook 1 minute to heat through. Add pasta and bacon to skillet; mix gently. Divide on six plates and serve immediately.

This recipe yields 6 servings.

Description: "In Italy pasta is traditionally served as a small dish before the entree. Because this recipe is so rich, we prefer to serve it as a main course."

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