A Penne for Your Thoughts

Directions

Pour 1 cup boiling water over sun-dried tomatoes and let soak for 5 minutes.

Drain and chop. Set aside.

Place mushrooms in a medium bowl with ¼ cup water.

Microwave on high power for 5 minutes.

Drain and set aside.

Cook penne according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.

Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp.

Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.

Do not discard drippings.

Add onions, spinach, sundried tomatoes, cooked mushrooms, basil and red pepper flakes.

Cook and stir for 4 to 5 minutes, until onions are tender.

Toss bacon/vegetable mixture with hot pasta until evenly distributed.

Divide pasta between 4 serving dishes.

Top each with freshly ground black pepper and ¼ of parmesean cheese.

Sprinkle with parsley.

Serve immediately.

Calories: 426 Fat: 5.4 Fiber: 5.6 %ccf: 11.2% Weight Watchers Points: 6