Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Bacon, Shrimp, and Watercress

Ingredients

• 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
• 1 slice thick-cut bacon
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 pound large shrimp
• 1 bunch watercress, chopped
• 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Crushed red pepper (optional)

Preparation

1. 1. Cook the pasta according to the label until al dente. Reserve 3 TBSP cooking liquid; drain.
2. 2. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Cool on paper towels, crumble, and reserve. Add oil and onion to skillet. Cook until soft (5-7 minutes).
3. 3. Add shrimp. Raise heat to medium-high; cook until opaque (5-6 minutes). Toss in watercress, pasta with water, bacon, pepper, and red pepper.