Spinach Bacon Pasta

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Spinach Bacon Pasta, a quick and hearty dish that combines smoky, crispy bacon with tender baby spinach and al dente spaghetti, all tossed in a creamy parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this comforting pasta comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a lifesaver for last-minute dinners. Infused with garlic and a hint of optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, the velvety sauce clings to every strand of spaghetti, delivering rich, savory bites in every forkful. Serve it piping hot, topped with extra parmesan or fresh parsley, for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Keywords: spinach bacon pasta, creamy pasta recipe, easy weeknight dinner, quick pasta dish, parmesan sauce recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 6 slices bacon
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 cup pasta water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In the same skillet, carefully drain most of the bacon grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan. Add the olive oil and minced garlic, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce is well combined and slightly thickened.

Step 6

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat it in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of reserved pasta water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 7

Stir in the crumbled bacon and mix well. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve the Spinach Bacon Pasta hot, garnished with extra parmesan cheese or fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(972.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2056.2

Total Fat 138.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 367.5mg	0%
Sodium 3523.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 3.3g
Protein 71.5g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 1054.3mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 442.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.6%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 23.1%