Monday, October 29, 2007

Penne Pasta with Spinach & Bacon

12 oz penne pasta
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
6 slices bacon, chopped
2 tbsp minced garlic
14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
1 bunch fresh spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-sized pieces

1. Bring large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add penne & cook until tender (8-10 min.)
2. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in large skillet. Cook bacon until browned and crisp.
3. Add garlic & cook for about 1 minute.
4. Stir in tomatoes and cook until heated through.
5. Place spinach in colander and drain hot pasta over it so that it's wilted. Transfer to large serving bowl and toss with remaining olive oil and bacon/tomato mixture. Voila.

Mladen really likes this dish. I think it's okay, but I like my knock off of Bravo's Mediterranean pasta so I'll post that too.

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