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Kale & Smoky Bacon Pasta Recipe

Kale & Smoky Bacon Pasta Recipe
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How To Make Kale & Smoky Bacon Pasta

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Preparation: 10 minutes
Cooking: 20 minutes
Total: 30 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces of whole wheat pasta
  • 4 slices of smoky bacon, chopped
  • 1 bunch of kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  2. In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.

  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. Add the chopped kale to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until wilted.

  5. Add the cooked pasta and crispy bacon back to the skillet. Toss to combine and heat through.

  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  7. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories : 380kcal
  • Total Fat : 9g
  • Saturated Fat : 3g
  • Cholesterol : 10mg
  • Sodium : 300mg
  • Total Carbohydrates : 60g
  • Dietary Fiber : 8g
  • Sugar : 2g
  • Protein : 20g
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