Pasta: Avocado Basil Pasta

By pavaldez

Ingredients

• 8 counces dried bow tie and/or wagon wheel pasta
• 2 medium avocados, halved, seeded, peeled, and coarsely chopped
• 6 slices bacon, crisp cooked, drained, and crumbled
• 2/3 cup chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup finely shredded Pecorino Romano cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.

2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine the avocados, bacon, basil, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, pepper, and salt.

3. Add the hot pasta and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with cheese.