Rigatoni With Bacon, Spinach And Two Cheeses Recipe

Name: Rigatoni With Bacon, Spinach And Two Cheeses
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices bacon, cut in one inch pieces; 1 large red bell pepper, cut into matchsticks; 1 cup chopped onion; 12 ounces rigatoni pasta; 1 1/3 cups grated Fontina cheese; 1 1/3 cups crumbled gorgonzola; 6 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces,room temperature; 8 ounces chopped fresh spinach; 3 tablespoons brandy; 1/3 cup toasted walnuts, chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or 2 tablespoons green onion tops

Servings: persons

8 slices bacon, cut in one inch pieces
1 large red bell pepper, cut into matchsticks
1 cup chopped onion
12 ounces rigatoni pasta
1 1/3 cups grated Fontina cheese
1 1/3 cups crumbled gorgonzola
6 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces,room temperature
8 ounces chopped fresh spinach
3 tablespoons brandy
1/3 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or 2 tablespoons green onion tops

1
Cook bacon in a heavy, large skillet over medium heat until crisp.
2
Transfer bacon to paper towels and drain.
3
Pour off all but 3 Tbsp.
4
drippings from the pan.
5
Add bell pepper and onion to the skillet and saute until tender.
6
Remove skillet from heat.
7
Meanwhile, cook rigatoni in a large pot of salted boiling water until tender but firm.
8
Drain and immediately return pasta to the same pot.
9
Add the cheeses and butter until they melt and coat the pasta.
10
Add spinach and brandy and toss over medium heat until the spinach wilts.
11
Gently mix in the red bell pepper mixture and the bacon.
12
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
13
Garnish with walnuts and chives and serve immediately.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices bacon, cut in one inch pieces, 1 large red bell pepper, cut into matchsticks, 1 cup chopped onion, 12 ounces rigatoni pasta, and more.

Yes, Rigatoni With Bacon, Spinach And Two Cheeses falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Rigatoni With Bacon, Spinach And Two Cheeses

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