Easy Cheese Ravioli with Peas, Spinach and Bacon

This is one of my go-to meals in the meal planner. We have it at least once a month because it is so easy, cheap and absolutely delicious. I didn't take pictures step-by-step but it is so easy, you really don't need them. So here is the recipe:

Ingredients:

3 slices bacon, cut into 1/4 inch pieces (I used kitchen scissors to cut which made it very easy)

1 package (20 oz fresh ravioli)

1 1/2 cups frozen peas

3/4 cup heavy cream

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 cups of fresh baby spinach

1/4 cup shaved parmesan

salt and pepper

Directions:

1. In a large, heavy non-stick skillet, crisp the bacon over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Reserve bacon fat.

2. In a pot of boiling water, cook the ravioli until just tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Heat the reserved bacon fat in the skillet over

high heat, add the ravioli and cook, tossing until golden brown in spots, for about 2 to 3 minutes.

3. In a saucepan, bring the peas, cream and garlic to a simmer over medium heat, stirring. Pour into the pan with the ravioli. Toss in the spinach to wilt. Mix in half the bacon and the cheese. Add 1 tbsp reserved pasta water at a time to thin the sauce as desired. Sprinkle with remaining bacon and cheese. This recipe makes 4 huge servings. Enjoy!