Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Linguine with garlic sauce

½ oz. uncooked linguine
½ lb. bacon, diced
5 cups fresh baby spinach
½ cup chopped onion
½ tsp. minced garlic
1 ¼ cups milk
1 pkg. (8oz.) cream cheese, cubed
2 Tbls. butter
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. ground nutmeg
¼ tsp. pepper

     Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 Tbls. drippings. Using the drippings, sauté the spinach, onion and garlic until tender. Add the milk, cream cheese, butter, salt and nutmeg; stir until smooth. Stir in bacon; heat through. Drain pasta; toss with sauce. Enjoy!

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