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Autumn Harvest Pasta

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A cozy pasta dish celebrating autumn flavors with Brussels sprouts, bacon, cranberries, and a zesty lemon dressings.

Ingredients

  • Pasta (penne, linguine, or whole grain)
  • Brussels sprouts, halved
  • Diced bacon
  • Dried cranberries
  • Olive oil
  • Fresh garlic, minced
  • Lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Wash the Brussels sprouts, trim the ends, and cut them in half. Dice the bacon and mince your garlic.
  2. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain.
  3. Sauté the bacon: Cook diced bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the Brussels sprouts to the skillet with the bacon and sauté for an additional 5-7 minutes until golden and tender.
  5. Introduce garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  6. Combine pasta and ingredients: Add the cooked pasta, tossing gently to coat.
  7. Add cranberries and dressing: Sprinkle cranberries, drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, tossing to combine.
  8. Season and serve: Taste and add salt and pepper. Serve hot with optional garnishes like parmesan, toasted walnuts, or fresh parsley.

Notes

Consider variations like substituting bacon with sautéed mushrooms or adding grilled chicken for extra protein.

Nutrition

Keywords: pasta, autumn, seasonal ingredients, Brussels sprouts, comfort food, high protein

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