Name: Campanelle Pasta with Turkey Bacon & Lemon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package campanelle pasta, dry; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 medium ripe tomato, diced; 1 (8 ounce) package fresh spinach, roughly chopped; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 6 strips turkey bacon; 0.25 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, or to taste, plus more for garnish

Pasta

Campanelle Pasta with Turkey Bacon

Jul 30, 2025
by Adriel Schinner
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

20 mins
TOTAL TIME

30 mins
SERVING

6 People
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Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant and unexpectedly delightful dish! Campanelle pasta is tossed with savory turkey bacon, a medley of fresh vegetables, and a touch of creamy Gorgonzola for a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ingridients

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1 (16 ounce) package campanelle pasta, dry

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 medium ripe tomato, diced

1 (8 ounce) package fresh spinach, roughly chopped

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

6 strips turkey bacon

0.25 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, or to taste, plus more for garnish

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

58 g
Cholesterol

16 mg
Fiber

4 g
Protein

14 g
Saturated Fat

3 g
Sodium

217 mg
Sugar

4 g
Fat

8 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

11 mins

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the campanelle pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente (approximately 9-11 minutes). Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. Drain pasta and set aside.

02

Step

5 mins

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent (about 5 minutes). Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute), being careful not to burn it.

03

Step

1 mins

Add the diced tomato to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to break down and release its juices (about 5 minutes).

04

Step

5 mins

Gradually add the chopped spinach to the skillet, wilting it in batches. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

05

Step

10 mins

While the vegetables are simmering, cook the turkey bacon in a separate skillet over medium heat until crispy (about 7-10 minutes), turning occasionally. Drain the bacon on paper towels to remove excess grease. Once cooled slightly, crumble the bacon and add it to the tomato and spinach mixture.

06

Step

10 mins

Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomato mixture. Toss to combine, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to create a light sauce that coats the pasta evenly.

07

Step

7 mins

Stir in the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. Serve immediately, garnished with additional crumbled Gorgonzola, if desired.

For a richer flavor, use pancetta instead of turkey bacon.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors.
If Gorgonzola isn't your preference, try feta or goat cheese.
Ensure your pan is hot before adding the onions and garlic, this will help to release their flavors.

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