Name: Protein+® Rigatoni with Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Parm & Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 7
Ingredients: 1 Box Barilla® Protein+® Rigatoni pasta; 6 Ounces thick cut bacon (optional); 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 Cloves garlic, minced; 1 Cup crushed tomatoes; 1 Pint multi-color cherry tomatoes, halved; 6 Cups baby arugula; ½ Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese, Grated, Divided; To taste Sea salt and black pepper

Protein+^® Rigatoni with Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Parm & Bacon

45 minutes

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Enjoy a delicious meal with Protein+^® Rigatoni featuring fresh arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, savory Parmigiano cheese, and crispy bacon. This flavorful pasta recipe is perfect for those seeking delicious low lift meals for busy on-the-go lifestyles.

Ingredients

7 servings

1Box Barilla^® Protein+^® Rigatoni pasta

6Ounces thick cut bacon (optional)

3tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2Cloves garlic, minced

1Cup crushed tomatoes

1Pint multi-color cherry tomatoes, halved

6Cups baby arugula

½Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese, Grated, Divided

To tasteSea salt and black pepper

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400° F. Place bacon on a sheet tray. Cook bacon for 10-12 min. or until done. Cut bacon into strips and set aside.

Step 2

In a skillet over medium/high heat add olive oil and garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 4-5 min. or until tomatoes start to burst. Add crushed tomatoes, season, and bring to a simmer.

Step 3

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta reserving 1 cup of pasta cooking water. Add pasta and arugula to the skillet and toss well. Add ¼ cup of the pasta cooking water, more if needed. Remove from the fire.

Step 4

Add cream, salt and pepper and bring the sauce to a boil. Then add drained pasta and toss with the sauce for one minute.

Step 5

Add ½ of the cheese and mix well. Top with remaining cheese and bacon (optional).

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Protein+^® Rigatoni Pasta

The Pasta Taste You Love, With the Energy You Want Made with delicious golden wheat and protein from lentils, chickpeas, and peas, Barilla Protein+^® Rigatoni pasta provides a good source of protein for the whole family with 17g of protein per 3.5oz serving.

Shape

Rigatoni

Pack size

14.5oz

Range

Protein+^® Pasta

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