BLT Pasta Salad

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   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

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   Add the pasta, and cook until almost tender, about 7 to 8 minutes.

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   Drain, and rinse under cold water to cool.

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   Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium-high heat cook the bacon until crispy.

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   Remove the bacon from the pan and drain on paper toweling.

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   Discard the bacon fat.

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   In a large serving bowl; mix together the dressing, onion and tomatoes.

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   Gently mix in the pasta.

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   The pasta will absorb excess dressing once refrigerated.

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    This salad is best made ahead and refrigerated overnight or for at least several hours.

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    Add the crumbled bacon over top just before serving.

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    Bottled dressing works but making your own is even better.

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    I like the Creamy Dill Ranch or Buttermilk Ranch dressing see the links below.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.