Chard & Bacon Linguine

Dinner

I use Swiss chard every way I can, and that includes stirring it into this breezy linguine. When you’re short on time, this dish keeps life simple.

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked whole wheat linguine
4 bacon strips, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine or additional chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups chopped Swiss chard (about 6 ounces)
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Cook linguine according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
2. Add broth, wine, salt and Swiss chard to skillet; bring to a boil. Cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until chard is tender.
3. Add linguine; heat through, tossing to combine. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 353 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 633mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 7g fiber), 14g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
3 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable.