Linguine With Asparagus, Parmesan, and Bacon

Submitted by bmcnichol

"A favorite of mine. Adapted from Cooking Light, May 2006"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 3 cups sliced asparagus (1-inch)
• 1 (9 ounce) package fresh linguine
• 4 bacon, slices (uncooked)
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 3⁄4 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1⁄2 cup pre-shredded parmesan cheese
• shaved parmesan cheese (optional)

directions

1. Cook asparagus and pasta according to pasta package directions, omitting salt and fat.
2. Drain and set aside.
3. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat until crisp and cool slightly.
4. Remove bacon from the pan, reserving 2 teaspoons drippings in pan.
5. Crumble bacon.
6. Add onion, garlic, and oregano to drippings in the pan and sauté 4 minutes or until onion is lightly browned.
7. Add tomatoes and cook 2 minutes.
8. Add broth and bring to a boil.
9. Stir in butter, salt, and pepper and remove from heat.
10. Place asparagus mixture in a large bowl and add tomato mixture and juice, tossing well.
11. Top with bacon and shredded cheese.
12. Garnish with shaved Parmesan, if desired.

Reviews

[pammyowl]

I will be making this again, so quick and easy! Thanks for posting, we absolutely loved it!

 

[amyroberts1]

This is a great and very low calorie filling meal. I have been making it for a few years and we always enjoy!

 

[sofie-a-toast]

Delicious! A perfect, light yet flavorful summer meal. I did everything as directed except for used veggie bacon instead. I was so surprised at how complex this dish was without any sauce. Compliments all around. Thanks for sharing :) Made for PRMR tag.

 

[swissms]

This is a quick and tasty dish. I substituted farfelle pasta and prosciutto. Thanks for posting.

 

[loof751]

This is terrific pasta! I left out the onions, otherwise made as specified. This dish came together so quickly with a wonderful, light and fresh taste. Healthy and delicious - thanks for sharing your recipe! Made for the Top Favorites of 2009 event