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Linguine with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula

SUBMITTED BY: Asiangirl PHOTO BY: Amber Pawlicki

"A must try, this recipe combines sauteed asparagus, bacon, and arugula with linguine; a special bright flavor comes from fresh lemon juice. It's simple and tasty!"
PREP TIME  20 Min
COOK TIME  20 Min
READY IN  40 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 pound linguine, uncooked
  • 1/3 pound sliced bacon, cut in half
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 (5 ounce) package baby arugula leaves
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

DIRECTIONS

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
  2. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp. Remove to paper towels. Pour olive oil into skillet, and stir in garlic and asparagus. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add pasta to skillet. Turn flame off. Toss with arugula, lemon juice, and bacon.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 7, 2007 by BELUGA
I LOVE THIS RECIPE!! Of course, anything with bacon or asparagus or arugula is awesome and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 4, 2006 by MOMMYTO2BOYS
Really very good. I came across this recipe when I was looking for something to make when I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2007 by gramcayo
WHY do you folks rate a recipe when you have changed it? What are you rating? Certainly not... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2006 by CJK
This is a fantastic and easy recipe. I wanted to make this recipe a main dish, so I added... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 6, 2007 by Countess
From the perspective of not being an asparagus lover, I have to say..this was great! I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 11, 2006 by lexy28
My entire family enjoyed this recipe. Even the kiddos. I used a flavored fettuccini that I had... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 9, 2007 by kymba74
I used zucchini instead of asparagus. 2 lemons made just over 1/4 cup of juice, I did not use... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 7, 2007 by mermaid
I purchased the first of the spring arugula at our local farmer's market today, and decided to... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2007 by adrienne1
yummmm! I made this as a chilled pasta salad. Something other than the usual bottled dressing... MORE
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Reviewed on Jul. 11, 2007 by Valerie/Mom of 3 Girls
This was delicious!! I had to use baby spinach because I couldn't find arugula at the store (I... MORE