Al Bronzo Mezzi Rigatoni with Bacon, Arugula & Cherry Tomatoes - Barilla
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Yields
7
Directions
Cook bacon until crisp, about 10 min at 400 degrees. Then set aside
Cook pasta according to package directions
Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium/high heat add olive oil, then garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes and cook for 4-5 min. or until tomatoes start to burst
Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, drain pasta, and add to the skillet with ½ of the bacon, and the arugula. Add ¾ of the pasta cooking water, more if needed
Remove from the heat. Add cheese and mix well. Top with remaining bacon