Linguine With Asparagus, Parmesan & Bacon

By shauna

Excellent dish-one of our favorites!

Ingredients

• 3 C. ( 1-in. ) Sliced Asparagus
• 1 ( 9 oz. ) Pkg. Linguine
• 8 Bacon Slices, uncooked
• 1 C. Onion, chopped
• 2 tsp. Bottled Minced Garlic
• 1 tsp. Dried Oregano
• 2 C. Grape or Cherry Tomatoes
• 3/4 C. Chicken Broth
• 1 Tbsp. Butter
• Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• 2 Tbsp. Fresh Lemon Juice
• 1/2 C. Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Cook asparagus & pasta in boiling, salted water till al dente ( approx. 6-8 min. ) Drain & set aside. Cook bacon in lg. non-stick skillet over med-high heat till crisp; cool slightly. Remove bacon from skillet, reserving 2 tsp. drippings in pan. Crumble bacon. Add onion, garlic & oregano to drippings in pan; saute 4 min. or till onion is lightly browned. Add tomatoes; cook 2 min. Add broth, bring to a boil. Stir in butter, salt & pepper; remove from heat. Place asparagus mixture in a lg. bowl, add tomato mixture & juice, tossing well. Top with bacon & shredded cheese. Garnish with shaved parmesan, if desired. Serve.