Best Parsley Tomato Summer Pasta With Bacon Recipes

SUMMERY TOMATO AND BACON PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Put the bacon in a large, cold skillet then cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Set aside.
• Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
• Add the arugula, basil and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper and top with the bacon. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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BACON PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package, drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
• In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, sugar and fresh chopped parsley. Whisk really well to combine.
• In a large salad bowl combine the pasta, grape tomatoes, chopped onion, crumbled bacon, cubed mozzarella and the vinaigrette. Stir really well to combine. Cover and refrigerate for about one hour before serving.
• Serve cold or at room temperature.

BACON & TOMATO SPAGHETTI

Steps:

• Cook spaghetti according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute tomatoes in drippings until tender. Drain spaghetti; stir into skillet. Add the spinach, bacon, vinaigrette, salt and pepper; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.