During the week I try to cook dinner at home most of the time to keep the eating out expenses down. The recipes I pick usually take 30 mins or less to make. I like cooking with fresh ingredients and hate when a recipe calls for over 7 ingredients. As many of you know, I love me some pasta! You might see a trend in the recipes, as many of them do contain some sort of pasta. It's in the genes! This recipe I'm sharing actually came from a box of pasta that I got one day. The flavor is amazing and it's great for lunch the next day, too.
Penne Pasta with Bacon, Baby Spinach and Sage
1 Box of penne pasta (you can use any kind really)
1/4 lb bacon diced (I used the low sodium kind-not pre-cooked, and its usually around 5 pieces)
1 onion, finely diced (I use Vidalia sweet onion)
1 can chicken broth (Don't be afraid to add more broth if you need more juice)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves (You can use dried seasonings too, it still tastes good)
1/2 lb baby spinach leaves
1.) Cook your pasta according to package directions
2.) In large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon 4-5 minutes or until desired crispiness
3.) Add onion and saute 5-6 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in chicken stock and sage; simmer 1-2 minutes. Add spinach and cook until spinach just wilts
4.) Toss pasta with sauce and serve sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.
Voila! Let me know if you liked it.
That looks AMAZING!! Great recipe Jen, I might have to try it! :)
ReplyDeleteThat looks really good. Simple and delicious!
ReplyDeleteThis looks terrific. I'm anxious to give it a try. Come join me for What's On the Menu Wednesday whenever you can. Thanks for sharing.
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