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Servings: 4 Servings
Total Time (median): 0 : 00 Active Time: 0 : 00
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Ingredients
- 2 cups rotini pasta cooked according to package directions and 1/4 cup pasta water r
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 pinch hot pepper flakes (or to taste)
- 1 can chickpeas (garbanzo beans) rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 salt and pepper to taste
- 2 generous handfuls fresh spinach
- 1 freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
In a large saucepan, cook bacon on medium-high heat til browned. With a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels to drain.
Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, pepper flakes and beans; cook for a few minutes. Stir in lemon juice and salt and pepper. Stir in pasta water and cook 5 minutes longer. Stir in spinach and remove from heat. Check for seasoning and adjust as desired.
In pasta cooking pot, toss pasta with chickpea sauce.
Serve pasta garnished with cheese.
