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.

Sanu Pun
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


Daymian Luna
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I'm a big fan of one-pot meals, and this recipe is no exception. It's so easy to clean up after, which is always a bonus.


Ebube Udogu
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This recipe is perfect for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it can be served warm or cold.


Amjad Gill
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I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the bacon from this recipe. It was still really good! I used extra asparagus and mushrooms instead.


Christopher Richards
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This recipe is a great base for a variety of different dishes. I've added chicken, shrimp, and even leftover steak to it, and it's always delicious.


Nothando Mngadi
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I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce, and it gave it a really nice flavor. I would definitely recommend trying it.


Matsiliso Moyo
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I'm not a fan of bacon, so I used pancetta instead. It worked just as well, and it gave the dish a nice smoky flavor.


Trudy Pillay
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the bacon and cheese, and they don't even notice the asparagus.


Derek Hughes
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have everything I need to make it on hand.


Ayaz afridi Ayaz afridi
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Favour Emmanuel
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I thought the sauce was a little bland. I added some garlic and Italian seasoning, and that helped a lot.


Rasel Murol
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This recipe is definitely a winner! I've made it several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Zamurd Abbas
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I actually really liked it in this dish. The bacon and cheese helped to balance out the bitterness of the asparagus.


Pulack Halder
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bacon. I always have bacon in my freezer, so it's nice to have a recipe that I can use it in.


Emily Davison
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The sauce was a little too thick for my taste, but that's an easy fix. I'll just add a little more milk next time.


Ms Angel Hamilton
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I loved that this recipe used fresh asparagus. It gave the dish a bright, springtime flavor. I also appreciated that the recipe was relatively easy to follow.


colin wilson
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The combination of bacon, asparagus, and rigatoni was delicious, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.