Ingredients for Orecchiette With Spinach Garlic And Bacon
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How to Make Orecchiette With Spinach Garlic And Bacon
- Cook 1 pound orecchiette pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, chop 4 ounces of bacon into 1/2-inch pieces. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion to the skillet with bacon grease and sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.
- Add 4 cloves minced garlic and sauté for another 2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Add 10 ounces (about 5 cups) of fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.
- Crumble the cooked bacon and add it back to the spinach mixture.
- Stir in 1/4 cup of pasta water to create a light sauce.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Add more pasta water if needed to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
6g
Fat
16g
Carbs
15g
