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Creamy Spinach, Tomato & Bacon Pasta
Creamy spinach, tomato & bacon pasta—ready in 25 minutes with simple ingredients. Easy weeknight dinner for 3–4.
Why this recipe works
A simple, creamy pasta combining spinach, fresh tomatoes and crispy bacon for a quick weeknight meal. Suits cooks who want a flavorful dinner in about 25 minutes with minimal fuss.
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Key takeaways
Ready in about 25 minutes—10 min prep, 15 min cook
Uses simple pantry ingredients and fresh veggies
Easy to adapt for lighter or vegetarian versions
Recipe guide
A simple, creamy pasta combining spinach, fresh tomatoes and crispy bacon for a quick weeknight meal. Suits cooks who want a flavorful dinner in about 25 minutes with minimal fuss.
A creamy, weeknight pasta that comes together in 25 minutes with pantry staples.
- Ready in about 25 minutes—10 min prep, 15 min cook
- Uses simple pantry ingredients and fresh veggies
- Easy to adapt for lighter or vegetarian versions
Quick overview & ingredients
Ingredients: 300 g pasta, 400 g tomatoes (chopped), 150 g spinach, 150 g bacon (chopped), 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 50 ml cream, 30 g grated Parmesan. Prep: 10 mins. Cook: 15 mins. Difficulty: 2/5. Serves 3–4.
Step-by-step cooking method
1) Boil pasta in salted water according to package until al dente; reserve 100 ml pasta water and drain. 2) Fry bacon in olive oil until crisp, remove and drain on paper. 3) In same pan, sauté garlic 30–60s, add chopped tomatoes and cook 3–4 mins until softened. 4) Add spinach and cook until wilted. 5) Stir in cream, Parmesan, salt and pepper; add pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water to reach desired creaminess. 6) Fold in bacon, adjust seasoning, serve immediately.
Tips, variations & serving
Tips: Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor; if tomatoes are very watery, drain excess before adding. Variations: swap bacon for pancetta or mushrooms. To make it lighter, use less cream and more pasta water. Finish with lemon zest or extra Parmesan if desired.
Ingredients
- 300 g pasta
- 400 g tomatoes
- 150 g spinach
- 150 g bacon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 50 ml cream
- 30 g grated Parmesan
Instructions
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FAQs
How long will leftovers keep and how should I reheat them?
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a pan over low heat with a splash of cream or water to loosen the sauce.
Can I substitute the cream or make this dairy-free?
Use half-and-half or a mix of milk and a little butter if you want a lighter option; for dairy-free, use a neutral plant cream or omit and add a splash of pasta water for silkiness.
How can I make this vegetarian while keeping a smoky, savory flavor?
Omit the bacon and increase garlic or add toasted pine nuts or mushrooms for texture; consider smoked paprika or liquid smoke for a hint of smokiness.