1 c Sun-dried tomatoes
3 c Sliced mushrooms
12 oz Pasta; penne uncooked
4 sl Bacon; cut in 1/2" pieces
3 Cloves garlic; minced
1 c Red onion; sliced in rings
2 c Fresh spinach; chopped
2 tb Fresh basil; chopped or
1 ts Dried basil
1/2 ts Crushed red pepper;
-optional**
Pepper to taste
2 tb Grated parmesan cheese
2 tb Chopped fresh parsley
**I found the red peppers overpowered the other flavours so the next
time I made it I didn't use any and my family liked it better.
Pour 1 cup boiling water over sun-dried tomatoes and let soak for 5
mins. Drain and chop. Set aside. Place mushrooms in a bowl with 1/4
cup water. Microwave on high power for 5 mins. Drain and set aside.
Cook penne according to package directions, Drain and keep warm. Cook
bacon in a large skillet over med-high heat until crisp. Add garlic
and cook 1 min. Do not discard drippings. Add onions, spinach,
sundried tomatoes, cooked mushrooms, basil, and red pepper if using.
Cook and stir for 4-5 mins, until onions are tender. Toss
bacon/vegetable mixture with hot pasta. Sprinkle with chhese and
parsley. Serve immediately.
Source-Looneyspoons-Janet and Greta Podleski
Recipe by: Looneyspoons-Janet and Greta Podleski
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