linguine with asparagus, bacon, and arugula

Ingredients

• Servings: 5
• 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

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• 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.
• 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.
• add pasta to skillet. turn flame off. toss with arugula, lemon juice, and bacon.