Bacon and Swiss Chard Pasta

Bacon and Swiss Chard Pasta
Bacon and Swiss Chard Pasta might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe serves 6. One serving contains 702 calories, 24g of protein, and 34g of fat. This recipe covers 30% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. If you have bacon, balsamic vinegar, linguine, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the olive oil you could follow this main course with the Sauteed Banana, Granolan and Yogurt Parfait as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 35 minutes.

Instructions

1
Cook linguine in large pot of boiling saltedwater until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
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Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid.
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Meanwhile, cook bacon in heavy large pot over medium heat until beginning to crisp, about 10 minutes.
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Transfer to paper towels to drain.
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Drain all but 2 tablespoons bacon drippings from skillet.
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Add onion and saut over medium-high heat until softened, about 7 minutes.
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Add Swiss chard and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Add pasta cooking liquid to skillet. Toss until chard is wilted and tender, about 4 minutes.
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Sprinkle vinegar over; cook 1 minute.
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Add linguine and oil to sauce in pot and toss to coat.
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Transfer to large bowl.
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Sprinkle with bacon and cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In35 m.
Servings6
Health Score30
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