Bacon & Tomato Spaghetti

Name: Bacon & Tomato Spaghetti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti; 1/2 pound thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 3 cups fresh baby spinach; 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; Grated Parmesan cheese

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min. YIELD: 4 servings.

Our summer-perfect pasta features baby spinach, cherry tomatoes and crisp bacon tossed with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1/2 pound thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute tomatoes in drippings until tender. Drain spaghetti; stir into skillet. Add the spinach, bacon, vinaigrette, salt and pepper; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer) as we strive to provide site experiences for browsers that support new web standards and security practices.

We recommend our users to update the browser.