Linguine with Asparagus, Parmesan, and Bacon
Linguine with Asparagus, Parmesan, and Bacon requires roughly 45 minutes from start to finish. This recipe makes 4 servings with 467 calories, 20g of protein, and 17g of fat each. This recipe covers 23% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It works well as a main course. Head to the store and pick up bottled garlic, less-sodium chicken broth, salt, and a few other things to make it today.
Instructions
Cook asparagus and pasta according to pasta package directions, omitting salt and fat.
Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until crisp; 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; saut 4 minutes or until onion is lightly browned.
Add tomatoes; cook 2 minutes.
Add broth; bring to a boil. Stir in butter, salt, and pepper; remove from heat.
Place asparagus mixture in a large bowl; add tomato mixture and juice, tossing well. Top with bacon and shredded cheese.
Garnish with shaved Parmesan, if desired.