Chef John's BLT Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 pound elbow macaroni
• 1/4 cup butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
• 2 cups shredded lettuce

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat.
2. Add the macaroni and cook until just tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
3. Drain and set aside.
4. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
6. Add the tomatoes, parsley, Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, until the tomatoes are softened, about 5 minutes.
7. Add the bacon and lettuce and cook, stirring, until the lettuce is wilted, about 2 minutes.
8. Add the macaroni and stir to combine.
9. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• This dish was created by Chef John, a renowned chef in the United States.
• This dish is a great way to use up leftover bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes.
• This dish is a delicious combination of flavors and textures, perfect for a weeknight dinner.