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Fusilli with Chard, Bacon, and Red Onions

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You can use other types of pasta in this dish such as spaghetti, macaroni, farfalle, etc.

Ingredients

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For the Pasta:

  • 16 ounces gluten-free Fusilli pasta (or grain-free pasta such as Cappellos)
  • 8 pieces bacon, cut into small pieces (nitrate-free and pastured preferred)
  • 1 large purple onion, diced
  • 1 bunch swiss chard, washed, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Set aside. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon from skillet and place it in a bowl. Add the onion to the skillet and cook until caramelized, about 8 minutes. Add chard and stir until limp. Add pasta, cream, salt, and cooked bacon. Toss and adjust salt to taste. Serve immediately.

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