Ranch, Bacon, And Parmesan Pasta Salad
Serves: 5
Gideon Batz
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
43
Spice
52
Sweetness
54
Sourness
35
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.1
Difficulty
Ingredients:
1 cup
Shredded Parmesan Cheese1 stalk
Celery (diced)Directions:
1
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat
2
Once the water is boiling, stir in the bow tie pasta and return to a boil
3
Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes
4
Drain well in a colander set in the sink
5
Transfer to a bowl, and refrigerate until cool, at least 30 minutes
6
Meanwhile, place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes
7
Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate, let cool, and chop
8
In a large salad bowl, stir together the ranch dressing, bacon, Parmesan cheese, carrot, celery, and red onion until well combined
9
Lightly stir in the cooled pasta to coat with dressing, and refrigerate 2 hours to blend flavors before serving