RIGATONI WITH BACON, SPINACH AND TWO CHEESES

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This is one of my family favorites. You will get lots of requests for this one. Feel free to exchange the cheeses with something different.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 slices bacon, cut in one inch pieces
1 large red bell pepper, cut into matchsticks
1 cup chopped onion
12 ounces rigatoni pasta
1 1/3 cups grated Fontina cheese
1 1/3 cups crumbled gorgonzola
6 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces,room temperature
8 ounces chopped fresh spinach
3 tablespoons brandy
1/3 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or 2 tablespoons green onion tops

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a heavy, large skillet over medium heat until crisp.
  • Transfer bacon to paper towels and drain.
  • Pour off all but 3 Tbsp.
  • drippings from the pan.
  • Add bell pepper and onion to the skillet and sauté until tender.
  • Remove skillet from heat.
  • Meanwhile, cook rigatoni in a large pot of salted boiling water until tender but firm.
  • Drain and immediately return pasta to the same pot.
  • Add the cheeses and butter until they melt and coat the pasta.
  • Add spinach and brandy and toss over medium heat until the spinach wilts.
  • Gently mix in the red bell pepper mixture and the bacon.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with walnuts and chives and serve immediately.

Kaiigocrazy
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The combination of bacon, spinach, and two cheeses is simply delicious. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Sonia Saleem
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, and the flavor is out of this world. The bacon and spinach add a lot of flavor to the dish, and the two cheeses melt together perfectly to create a creamy and delicious sauce.


Humna Wajid
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The combination of bacon, spinach, and two cheeses is simply irresistible. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pa


MD Rimon Biswas
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This was the perfect dish for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The ingredients were simple and easy to find, and the dish came together in no time. The flavor was also great. The bacon and spinach added a lot of flavor to the dish, and the two cheese


Muhammad Uzair
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I thought this recipe was very flavorful. The bacon and spinach added a lot of flavor to the dish. I also liked the use of two different cheeses. The mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses melted together perfectly and created a creamy and delicious sauce.


MH Mezan
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This dish was a little too rich for my taste. The combination of the bacon, cheese, and cream was a bit overwhelming. I think I would try a different recipe next time that uses less cheese and cream.


Leila Gazieva
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I made this recipe exactly as written, and it turned out perfectly. The pasta was cooked al dente, the sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious


Abdullah Malikzada
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Overall, I thought this dish was pretty good. It was easy to make, and the flavor was good. However, I think it could have been better if I had used a different type of cheese. The mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses were a little too mild for my taste.


Dk King
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This recipe was a total disaster! The pasta was overcooked, the bacon was burnt, and the sauce was bland. I will definitely not be making this again.


Ram Sahani
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I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


habib zaib
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I found that the spinach made this dish a little too watery. I think I would either use less spinach next time, or cook it down a bit before adding it to the pasta.


Arlene Bonner
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This dish was a little too salty for my taste. I think I would use less bacon next time, or maybe omit it altogether. Otherwise, it was a delicious and easy-to-make meal.


Seer Joel
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I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of bacon, spinach, and two cheeses is simply divine. I will definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


Sk JOGONNAT ROy
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I made this recipe for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavor, and I even got a few requests for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Duduzile Annastasia
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This was one of the easiest pasta dishes I've ever made. I had all of the ingredients on hand, and it only took about 30 minutes to prepare. The result was a delicious and satisfying meal that my whole family loved.


Naddie Jo Booker
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cheese and bacon helped to balance out the flavor of the spinach, and the rigatoni was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Dharmendra Kumar
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This rigatoni dish was a hit with my family! The bacon added a nice smoky flavor, and the spinach and two cheeses made it creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.