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Linguine with Bacon and Spinach

Bring something special to the table with this well-loved recipe.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces turkey bacon chopped
  • ⅓ cup pine nuts
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 10 ounces cremini mushrooms quartered
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 pound linguine
  • 4 cups baby spinach
  • Parmesan Cheese for sprinkling

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Toast the pine nuts in a small skillet over medium heat, tossing frequently to avoid burning. Once the nuts are golden, set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter and add the turkey bacon, mushrooms, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, until the turkey bacon and mushrooms are browned and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Stir in the chicken broth and let the mixture simmer for about 2 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, add 1 tablespoon salt to the water in the pot and cook the linguine until al dente, according to package directions. Before draining the noodles, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and set aside. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
  4. Stir in the spinach, mushroom/bacon mixture, and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss to combine, adding additional pasta water, if needed.
  5. Serve immediately, topping the pasta with the toasted pine nuts and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Serving Calories 583kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 63g (21%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 61mg (20%) Sodium 1601mg (67%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Serving
Calories 583kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 63g 21%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 61mg 20%
Sodium 1601mg 67%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.