INCREDIBLE BLT PASTA SALAD

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Provided by Food.com

Categories Pork

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 slices bacon, diced into 1-inch pieces
1/2 lb farfalle pasta, cooked according to package directions
1 lb cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1/4 cup chopped red onion
4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon granulated onion
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1/4 cup chopped parsley (garnish)
kosher salt
ground black pepper

Steps:

Equipment: Large skillet.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp, about 5-8 minutes. Remove and drain on a towel lined plate. Place half of the drained bacon in a large bowl with cooked farfalle, cherry tomatoes, red onions, romaine, salt and pepper. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk to combine buttermilk, sour cream, lemon juice, dijon mustard, granulated garlic, granulated onion, cayenne and salt to taste. Pour dressing over pasta salad and toss to combine. Serve topped with remaining bacon and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.7, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 16.5, Sodium 172.2, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 5.2, Protein 8.8