Orecchiette Pasta with Bacon, Kale and Sundried Tomatoes

1. 1

   Boil orecchiette pasta until al dente about 8 minutes.

2. 2

   Drain, rinse and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

3. 3

   Cook bacon until crispy.

4. 4

   Drain on paper towels and let cool.

5. 5

   Chop into small bite size pieces.

6. 6

   Chop raw kale into small bite sized pieces.

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   Boil kale for 3 to 4 minutes.

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   Blanch in cold water when done cooking after straining.

9. 9

   Remove from water and add to pasta mixture.

10. 10

    Drain sundried tomatoes out of oil and roughly chop into small pieces.

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    Add to the pasta.

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    Mix pasta thoroughly then add parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt & pepper and walnut oil.

13. 13

    Give it a good toss together.

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    Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

15. 15

    Garnish pasta salad with fresh romano cheese shavings.

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    ** This salad can be served either warm or cold to your liking.

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    **

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    (Adapted from Cooking Light)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.