Fusilli with Chard, Bacon and Red Onions
You can use other types of pasta in this dish such as spaghetti, macaroni, farfalle, etc. Estimated total is $8.49 -- just $1.42 a serving.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time35 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 Servings
Author: Carrie Vitt
- 16 ounces Fusilli Pasta brown rice or whole wheat
- 8 pieces Bacon cut into small pieces (nitrate-free, pastured preferred)
- 1 large Purple Onion diced
- 1 bunch Swiss Chard washed, chopped
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 tsp. Sea Salt
Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Set aside.
Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon from skillet and place it in a bowl.
Add the onion to the skillet and cook until caramelized, about 8 minutes.
Add chard and stir until limp.
Add pasta, cream, salt, and cooked bacon. Toss and adjust salt to taste. Serve immediately.
Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 445mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3350IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1.9mg