Swiss Chard and Bacon with Gemelli Pasta

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A quick and tasty meal. Even my picky teenager and her friend liked it. It actually tasted pretty good as leftovers eaten cold like a pasta salad. Serve with Caesar salad and cheesy garlic bread.

Submitted by Nicole Chambers-Bowman
Updated on February 11, 2022
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 12 ounces gemelli pasta

  • 1 large bunch Swiss chard

  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced

  • ½ medium onion, halved and sliced

  • 1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add gemelli and boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and keep warm.

  2. While the gemelli is cooking, remove and slice Swiss chard stems. Cut leaves in half lengthwise, then thinly slice.

  3. Cook bacon in a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat until lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add chard stems and cook for 1 minute, then add leaves and cook until wilted, about 2 more minutes.

  4. Add warm gemelli and olive oil to the chard mixture. Stir to combine and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.

Cook's Note:

Substitute rotini for gemelli pasta if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

309 Calories
10g Fat
44g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 309
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 323mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 44g 16%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 12g 25%
Vitamin C 15mg 16%
Calcium 81mg 6%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 339mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.