Creamy Bacon, Summer Squash, and Bow Tie Pasta Salad |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This is a fun way to use up that excess yellow summer squash in your garden. Ingredients:
1 cup farfalle pasta, bow ties |
2 cups summer squash, cut into quarter circles |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1/2 cup half-and-half |
1/4 cup red onion, diced |
1/4 cup romano cheese |
4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
salt |
pepper |
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain but reserve 1 cup of hte pasta water.
2. Heat skillet to medium high heat with oil. Add onion and cook 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and squash and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until squash is tender and water is absorbed.
3. Add half and half. Cook 2-3 minutes until it begins to thicken. Add reserved pasta water and cheese. Cook 1 more minute and add pasta. Remove from heat and toss. Add bacon.
4. Serve in 4 bowls.
5. Enjoy!
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