Bacon Arrabiata

Bacon Arrabiata pasta is a flavorful and filling meal that is easy and quick to make.

The kick of the spicy sauce complements the savory taste of bacon and the fresh vegetables add a healthy touch.

This dish contains a significant amount of fat and calories due to the presence of bacon and cream.

It’s not recommended for people on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

This dish is a good source of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals.
Spinach or kale add a good dose of vitamin K, vitamin A, and iron.

	10 ounces penne pasta
	1/2 cup cooked bacon , crumbled
	3 tablespoons olive oil or 3 tablespoons bacon grease
	2 garlic cloves , minced
	10 cremini mushrooms , sliced
	salt
	pepper
	1 red pepper , chopped
	1 cup frozen peas
	2 2 cups spinach or 2 cups kale , chopped
	3/4 cup Italian parsley , chopped
	2 tablespoons white wine
	1 tablespoon lemon juice
	2 tablespoons heavy cream
	1/2 cup milk
	1 teaspoon dried basil
	1 teaspoon dried oregano
	1 teaspoon dried marjoram
	1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1.	Cook penne pasta according to package instructions.
2.	Heat olive oil or bacon grease in a large skillet, then add garlic and mushrooms. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
3.	Add crumbled bacon, red pepper, frozen peas, and spinach or kale to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.
4.	Add white wine, lemon juice, heavy cream, milk, dried basil, dried oregano, dried marjoram, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
5.	Drain pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta with the sauce.
6.	Serve hot and garnish with chopped Italian parsley.