MAKEOVER RIGATONI WITH BACON AND ASPARAGUS
Wouldn't it be great to find a company-worthy dish that not only impresses with its taste, but with its nutrition numbers, too? This dish lives up to expectations. -Joanie Fuson, Indianapolis, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Fill a 6-qt. stockpot 3/4 full with water; bring to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, uncovered, 3 minutes or until tender. Remove with a slotted spoon and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., Return water to a boil; cook rigatoni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 3-4 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted., Drain rigatoni; return to pan. Stir in asparagus, bacon, parsley, salt, pepper and cream sauce. Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 428mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
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Shavonne Perreault
sp87@yahoo.comI love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually add a little bit of chopped fresh basil to the sauce at the end for extra flavor.
Dosa Ahmed
ahmed86@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great starting point, but I like to add my own personal touches. I usually add a little bit of chopped sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts to the sauce. It gives the dish a more complex flavor.
sama gyal
sgyal22@aol.comI'm not a huge fan of bacon, so I usually substitute pancetta or prosciutto. The dish is still delicious, but it has a slightly different flavor.
Riyaj Ali
r@yahoo.comThis dish is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I usually roast the asparagus first, then add it to the pasta. It gives the dish a nice smoky flavor.
BraylonTV
braylontv@yahoo.comI love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually add a little bit of chopped fresh parsley to the sauce at the end for extra flavor.
Rokeya Begum
rokeyabegum23@yahoo.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I used whole wheat pasta and low-fat cheese to make it a little healthier. It was still delicious and my kids loved it.
Rahamo Cabdirashiit
cabdirashiit@gmail.comI'm not a fan of asparagus, but I loved this dish! The bacon and cheese sauce were so flavorful that I couldn't resist. I'll definitely be making this again, but I might use a different vegetable next time.
faridul কি কবর alam
f@yahoo.comThis dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had added more garlic and herbs.
Andre Patterson
p_andre24@yahoo.comI'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint! The combination of bacon, asparagus, and cheese was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.
Invader Jimm
jimmi@gmail.comI'm a vegetarian, so I substituted the bacon for mushrooms. The dish was still delicious! I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, vegetarian or not.
Sadek Hossain
hossain-s68@hotmail.co.ukThis recipe was a bit too spicy for me. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less red pepper flakes.
Janzaib Ali
janzaib-a@gmail.comI made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the way the asparagus added a bit of crunch to the dish.
Xolile Nteyi
xolile-n35@hotmail.comThis recipe was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very heavy and the bacon was a bit too salty. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less cheese and bacon.
Usman Haider
haiderusman@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked al dente. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Robert Laporte
robert-laporte@aol.comThis dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used whole wheat pasta and low-fat cheese to make it a little healthier. It was still delicious and my kids loved it.
Shanta Monir
s_monir@hotmail.comI'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I loved this dish! The bacon and cheese sauce were so flavorful that I couldn't resist. I'll definitely be making this again, but I might use a different vegetable next time.
Esha Zahra
z_e6@gmail.comThis pasta dish was a hit with my family! The bacon added a delicious smoky flavor, and the asparagus was perfectly tender. I'll definitely be making this again.