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Penne with Asparagus, Spinach, and Bacon Recipe

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Category:
Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
2 bacon slices
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
2 1/2 cups Asparagus
1 1/2 cups fat free, loess-sodium chicken broth
4 cups bagged baby spinach leaves
2-oz Parmesan cheese, shredded and divided
1/4 tsp. black pepper
Directions:
Directions:
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting sale and fat. Drain; keep warm.

Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon from pan; crumble. Add onion to drippings in pan; saute 1 minute. Add Asparagus and broth to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Add pasta, spinach, 1-oz cheese, and pepper to pan; toss well. Sprinkle with remaining 1-oz cheese and bacon.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
4
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
30minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Light dish that is also light on flavor. May need to add more pepper or other seasoning if you prefer more robust flavor.

 

 

 

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