Orecchiette With Spinach, Garlic and Bacon

Elizabeth Fullerton's Note:

The combination of bacon, spinach, garlic, and onion really make this recipe a winner.

• Total Time: 45 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 (10 ounce) box frozen spinach
• 6 -8 slices bacon
• 1 small onion , chopped
• 3 garlic cloves , minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lb orecchiette , cooked (bowtie pasta works well too)
• salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to directions on the box.
2. While frying your bacon, defrost spinach in the microwave according to directions.
3. Sauté onion in olive oil until tender; add the garlic and sauté two more minutes. Add the spinach to the onions.
4. Crumble the bacon and add to the mixture.
5. Turn the heat to low to keep spinach mixture warm while the pasta finishes cooking.
6. When pasta is cooked, drain and place in shallow bowls, spoon spinach mixture over pasta and serve.
7. •Serving Suggestion: Sprinkle grated cheese over top.

Reviews

[Elizabeth Fullerton]

If the spinach mixture gets dry while it is heating, add more olive oil.

[Buttah Jones]

I love it!

[MadCatKim]

Excellent side dish for sausage. The bacon added just the right touch.