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5* Penne Pasta w/ Spinach & Bacon

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5* Penne Pasta w/ Spinach & Bacon

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Recipe by Jean Tagliere
Reviews rated this recipe 5 Stars!
Makes 4 servings
PREP 10 mins - COOK 15 mins

"This is a quick light meal. Wilted spinach, bacon and tomatoes are tossed with penne pasta. Good for any season and will complement anything."

Ingredients :
1 (12 ounce) package penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 slices bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 bunch fresh spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces

Directions:
1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta, and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place bacon in the skillet, and cook until browned and crisp. Add garlic, and cook for about 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes, and cook until heated through.

3. Place the spinach into a colander, and drain the hot pasta over it so it is wilted. Transfer to a large serving bowl, and toss with the remaining olive oil, and the bacon and tomato mixture.

1/4 of recipe equals: Calories: 517 (Calories from Fat: 133); Total Fat 14.8g (Saturated Fat 3.3g); Cholesterol 15mg; Sodium 547mg; Potassium 788mg; Total Carbohydrates 73.8g; Dietary Fiber 6.6g; Protein 21g; Sugars 4.1g