MAKEOVER RIGATONI WITH BACON AND ASPARAGUS

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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

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and coarsely chopped
1 package (16 ounces) rigatoni
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2/3 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

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.

Shavonne Perreault
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I 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
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This 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
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I'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
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This 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
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I 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
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This 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
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I'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
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This 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
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I'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
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I'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
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This 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
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I 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
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This 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
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I 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
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This 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
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I'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
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This 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.