- In a large skillet over medium heat saute bacon until crisp.
- Then add cabbage and onions.
- Saute for 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss in garlic and saute another 5 minutes.
- Once cabbage is tender, add pasta.
- Toss to mix and add a little of the reserved pasta water to help blend flavors.
- Taste for salt and pepper, then garnish with fresh chopped parsley and optional chili pepper flakes.
- Serve warm.
Makes 4 servings.
Approximate Nutrient Analysis per serving (not including salt to taste):
450 calories, 17 g fat, 5 g saturated fat, 85 mg cholesterol, 800 mg sodium, 53 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 9 g sugar, 23 g protein