Pasta is a favorite side to any delicious meat or stew and adding garlic and bacon sautéed in butter to it is probably the easiest way to tweak plain boiled pasta. The garlicky taste is not too overpowering and gives the pasta a subtle pungent, spicy taste. The smoky crispy bacon can turn this dish into a delicious main course without the need for a calorie rich creamy sauce. This is a soul food pasta dish with a great combo!