Bacon and Swiss Chard Pasta
Chard is plentiful this time of the year, and this is a wonderful recipe that has many ingredients from our local farmers.
6 SERVINGS | PREP:35 MIN | TOTAL:35 MIN
INGREDIENTS
1 pound linguine
12 ounces bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices**
1 very large red onion, halved, sliced (about 6 cups)*
2 large bunches Swiss chard, stemmed, chopped (about 12 cups)*
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
PREPARATION
Cook linguine in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid. Meanwhile, cook bacon in heavy large pot over medium heat until beginning to crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Drain all but 2 tablespoons bacon drippings from skillet. Add onion and sauté over medium-high heat until softened, about 7 minutes. Add Swiss chard and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add pasta cooking liquid to skillet. Toss until chard is wilted and tender, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle vinegar over; cook 1 minute. Add linguine and oil to sauce in pot and toss to coat. Transfer to large bowl. Sprinkle with bacon and cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
* From local farmers
** Locally made