Rigatoni With Peppers & Bacon Recipe

Name: Rigatoni With Peppers & Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 ounces rigatoni pasta, uncooked; 4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 cup red bell pepper, cut into strips; 1 cup yellow bell pepper, cut into strips; ⅔ cup sweet onion, sliced; 1 teaspoon fresh garlic, finely chopped; ¼ cup small pitted ripe olives; 12 lb reduced-fat provolone cheese, shredded; ⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper; ¼ cup fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped

Servings: persons

1
Cook rigatoni according to package directions; Drain.
2
Meanwhile, cook bacon in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until crisp.
3
Remove bacon from pan; set aside.
4
Drain pan drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon in skillet.
5
Add bell peppers, onion and garlic to reserved pan drippings in skillet.
6
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until peppers are crisply tender.
7
Add cooked rigatoni, bacon and all remaining ingredients except parsley.
8
Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted.
9
Sprinkle with parsley.

5956

kcal

Calories

463

Fat

Carbs

363

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 ounces rigatoni pasta, uncooked, 4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 cup red bell pepper, cut into strips, 1 cup yellow bell pepper, cut into strips, and more.

Yes, Rigatoni With Peppers & Bacon 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Rigatoni With Peppers & Bacon

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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