Delicious BLTC Cavatini Recipe

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Delicious BLTC Cavatini Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 29, 2023

BLTC Cavatini is a hearty and flavorful pasta dish that combines the classic flavors of a BLT sandwich with the rich and cheesy goodness of cavatini. This recipe calls for bacon, lettuce, tomato, and cavatini noodles baked in a creamy sauce with melted cheese. It's a perfect comfort food dish that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cavatini noodles
  • 6 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the cavatini noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked and crumbled bacon, cherry tomatoes, lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Add the cooked cavatini noodles to the bowl and stir until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  8. Serve the BLTC Cavatini hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • The BLTC Cavatini is a twist on the classic BLT sandwich, incorporating pasta for added heartiness.
  • Cavatini noodles are short, tubular pasta that trap the flavors of the sauce, making them perfect for baked dishes.
  • This dish can be easily customized by adding other ingredients like cooked chicken or avocados.
  • It's a great way to use up leftover bacon and tomatoes from a weekend brunch.