Linguini with Bacon Baby Spinach and Sage
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Linguini with Bacon, Baby Spinach, and Sage recipe—a dish that combines the comforting flavors of crispy bacon, tender baby spinach, and aromatic sage in a luxurious Parmesan butter sauce. Featuring al dente linguini tossed with a dreamy blend of garlic-infused olive oil, vibrant lemon zest, and just the right amount of reserved pasta water for the perfect texture, this 30-minute recipe strikes the ideal balance between sophistication and simplicity. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a cozy date night, this dish is finished with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan and a touch of black pepper for a restaurant-quality experience at home. Savory, fresh, and completely satisfying, this pasta recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking an easy yet elegant meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Linguini pasta
- 6 slices Bacon
- 4 cups Baby spinach
- 8 leaves Fresh sage leaves
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 cup Pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, then set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, cut the bacon into small pieces and cook it in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Leave the bacon grease in the skillet.
Add the olive oil and butter to the skillet with the bacon grease and heat over medium-low. Once the butter melts, add the minced garlic cloves and sage leaves. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and the sage is slightly crispy.
Increase the heat to medium and add the baby spinach to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the spinach wilts down.
Add the cooked linguini to the skillet along with the crispy bacon. Toss everything together, ensuring the pasta is coated in the flavorful mixture. Gradually add the reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time to loosen the sauce as needed.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.7 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.7 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 198 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 3916 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.7 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 72.2 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1095 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 493 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
