This quick weeknight meal reminds me of a BLT, with its chunks of bacon and tomato. The whole wheat linguine gives the skillet dish extra flavor and texture. —Edrie O'Brien, Denver, Colorado
Recipe Type: Dinner
Total Time: PT25M
Ingredients: 4ouncesuncookedlinguini 4stripsbacon, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces 1plumtomato, cut into 1-inch pieces 1clovegarlic, minced 1 1/2teaspoonslemon juice 1/4teaspoonsalt 1/4teaspoonpepper 2tablespoonsgratedParmesan cheese 1tablespoonminced freshparsley
Directions:
Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings.
In the drippings, saute tomato and garlic for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Stir in the bacon, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
Drain linguine; add to the skillet. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley; toss to coat.