Spaghetti with Garlic and Oil

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 4 slices bacon
• 4 cloves garlic
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups arugula
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 12 oz spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, place the 4 slices bacon in a cold skillet. Cook over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the drippings in the pan.

3. 3

   Add the 0.25 cup olive oil and 4 sliced garlic cloves to the same skillet. Cook over medium-low heat until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, about 2-3 minutes. Do not let it burn.

4. 4

   Add the 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they soften and release their juices. Season with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper.

5. 5

   Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet along with the crispy bacon (crumbled) and 2 cups arugula. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a silky sauce.

6. 6

   Taste and adjust seasoning with remaining salt and pepper. Serve immediately, topped with extra arugula if desired.

7. 7

   Enjoy your spaghetti with garlic and oil, a simple yet satisfying meal!

Tools you’ll need

• Large pot
• Skillet
• Colander
• Knife
• Cutting board

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