CREAMY HERBED TOMATO-ARUGULA PASTA SALAD WITH BACON

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Creamy Herbed Tomato-Arugula Pasta Salad with Bacon image

This is the creamy, delicious dish you get when you cross a BLT with a pasta salad.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 slices bacon, finely chopped
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
8 ounces dried ziti
3 cups loosely packed arugula
3 medium vine ripe tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Put the bacon in a large, cold skillet then cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Set aside.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, basil, sour cream, chives, parsley, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the arugula and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper and top with the bacon. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

Tiana Borg
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Yum!


MY LORD
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Mr MUBASHIR
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I'm not a huge fan of arugula, but I loved it in this recipe. It really added something special.


Razak Ali
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer BBQ or picnic. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


blenci nailbar
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Not bad, but I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Laxuman Sah teli
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This was so good! I've made it twice already and my family loves it.


Kim Avila
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Meh.


Vaino Kakolo
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Disappointed. The dressing was too oily and the pasta was overcooked.


Aju Tph
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Easy to make and delicious. I used sun-dried tomatoes instead of fresh and it was still really good.


Glenn Stevens
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The bacon added a nice smoky flavor and the tomatoes were nice and juicy.


Crystal De Vargas
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of flavors was amazing, and the arugula added a nice peppery touch. I will definitely be making this again.