LINGUINE WITH ASPARAGUS, PARMESAN, AND BACON

Linguine With Asparagus, Parmesan, and Bacon image

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories Pork

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

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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)

Steps:

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