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BACON ASPARAGUS CAJUN PASTA

This creamy dreamy pasta is loaded with all kinds of goodies…bacon, asparagus, garlic, spinach and a creamy Cajun Parmesan sauce that is to die for.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rigatoni pasta
  • 4 slices uncured hickory smoked bacon coarsely chopped
  • 12 stems asparagus rough ends removed and cut in bite size pieces
  • 4–6 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 4 teaspoons Cajun spice
  • 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta according to box instructions and drain well.
  • In large skillet over medium heat add bacon pieces. Cook for 8 minutes. Add asparagus and cook for 8 minutes. Reduce heat and add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add spinach and cook just until slightly wilted. Remove to plate.
  • Using same skillet pour in wine scraping bottom to remove browned bacon bits. Add cream, Cajun spice and simmer to desired thickness stirring frequently. Remove from heat and slowly add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Add bacon/asparagus mixture and drained rigatoni. Serve immediately.This creamy dreamy pasta is loaded with all kind of goodies…bacon, asparagus, garlic, spinach and a creamy Cajun Parmesan sauce that is to die for.0 seconds of 59 secondsVolume 90%