Lunch: Bacon and Brussels Sprout Penne

This hearty pasta is full of an array of bright textures and flavors, from salty bacon to sweet raisins.

Ingredients

1 lb. penne pasta
6 slice bacon
12 oz. Brussels sprouts
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. Pepper
2 medium shallots
1/2 c. golden raisins
1/2 c. dry white wine

Instructions

Cook penne pasta as label directs, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
Meanwhile, in 5-quart saucepot, cook chopped bacon on medium-high 5 minutes or until crisp, stirring. Transfer bacon to plate.
Add Brussels sprouts to fat in skillet, along with salt and pepper. Cover and cook 5 minutes (do not stir). Reduce heat to medium. Add shallots and golden raisins. Cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add white wine; cook 2 minutes, scraping up browned bits. To sprouts, add bacon, cooked pasta and reserved pasta water.

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