Orecchiette With Spinach, Garlic and Bacon

• (10 ounce) box frozen spinach↗1 ounce
• slices bacon↗6 -8
• small onion, chopped↗1
• garlic cloves, minced↗3
• olive oil↗2 tablespoons
• lb orecchiette, cooked (bowtie pasta works well too)1 lb
• salt and pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook pasta according to directions on the box.

2. 2

   While frying your bacon, defrost spinach in the microwave according to directions.

3. 3

   Sauté onion in olive oil until tender; add the garlic and sauté two more minutes. Add the spinach to the onions.

4. 4

   Crumble the bacon and add to the mixture.

5. 5

   Turn the heat to low to keep spinach mixture warm while the pasta finishes cooking.

6. 6

   When pasta is cooked, drain and place in shallow bowls, spoon spinach mixture over pasta and serve.

7. 7

   •Serving Suggestion: Sprinkle grated cheese over top.