Country Pasta with Mozzarella

Broccoli and bacon are cooked with garlic and tossed with hot pasta, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for a homey, hearty dish.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 444 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 8 ounces rigatoni pasta
• 8 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cook rigatoni according to package directions and drain.

Step 2

In a 10 inch skillet cook the bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is browned. Add the broccoli and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is slightly tender (about 4 to 5 minutes).

Step 3

Stir in the cooked rigatoni, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with the fresh chopped parsley.