Dinner Tonight: Pasta With Spinach, Chickpeas, And Bacon Recipe

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   Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to instructions on the box, shaving off a minute or two.

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   Pour the olive oil into a skillet over medium heat. Toss in the garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add the bacon pieces and cook for 3 minutes or until they begin to render their fat. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes.

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   Dump in chickpeas and stir to coat. Then add the spinach leaves, and cook until wilted. Season with a pinch of salt and add a half a cup or so of the pasta cooking water.

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   When the pasta is done, add it to the pan with spinach and chick peas. Cook, stirring constantly, for a minute or two.

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   Remove from the heat, sprinkle with cheese, and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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