Bacon and Veggie Pasta

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, chop the bacon into small pieces. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pan.

3. 3

   Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Add them to the skillet with the bacon fat and sauté until the onion is translucent.

4. 4

   Slice the yellow bell pepper and carrots into thin strips. Add them to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, or until they start to soften.

5. 5

   Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

6. 6

   Return the cooked bacon to the skillet and mix well with the vegetables.

7. 7

   Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Serve the bacon and veggie pasta hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.