Spinach and Chick Peas with Bacon
Spinach and Chick Peas with Bacon is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Bring a 3-quart pot three fourths full of water to a boil.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionBring a 3-quart pot three fourths full of water to a boil.
Add bacon and cook 2 minutes.
Drain bacon and rinse in cold water.
Pat dry and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces.
Cook bacon in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until browned.
Leaving bacon in skillet, spoon off all but 1 tablespoon fat.
Add 2 tablespoons oil, chickpeas, and red pepper flakes to skillet and saut) over high heat, stirring occasionally, until chickpeas begin to brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
Stir in spinach and garlic and sauté, stirring, until spinach is wilted.
Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with remaining tablespoon oil.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.