For a vegetarian option, skip the bacon and add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds a lovely finishing touch. If you don't have fresh spinach, frozen spinach works well too. Just be sure to squeeze out any excess water after thawing.
Penne Pasta with Spinach and Bacon
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS3.3K
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Penne Pasta, featuring crisp bacon, fresh spinach, and juicy tomatoes, all tossed in perfect harmony. A simple yet satisfying dish that brings a taste of Italian countryside to your table.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate74 g
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Cholesterol15 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein21 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium547 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat15 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Prepare the Spinach: Place spinach into a colander in the sink; set aside. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 11 mins Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite. (Cook time: ~11 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 6 mins Sauté Bacon and Garlic: While penne is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir bacon in hot oil until browned and crisp. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. (Cook time: ~6 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 4 mins Combine Tomatoes: Stir in tomatoes; cook until heated through. (Cook time: ~4 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Combine All Ingredients: Drain hot pasta over spinach in the colander so it wilts. Transfer spinach-pasta mixture to a large serving bowl. Top with bacon-tomato mixture and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; toss until evenly combined. (Assembly time: ~3 minutes)
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Alexandra Quigley
Aug 15, 2024I added some sun-dried tomatoes and it was amazing!
Tracy Kub
May 5, 2023Quick, simple, and satisfying. Perfect for a busy weeknight.
Larry Schmidt
Oct 19, 2021This was so easy and delicious! My family loved it.