Lightened BLT Pasta Recipe

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Lightened BLT Pasta
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Directions:

  1. Cook pasta accordin to package directions. Drain and remove from heat. Reserve 1 cup of the salted pasta water.
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet coated with non-stick cooking spray until browned and crispy. Add scallions and cook 1-2 minutes. Season with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Add tomato paste, and cook for 1 minute. Add cream cheese, cook for 1 minute. Add the reserved pasta water. Bring to a boil. Add grated Parmiggiano-Reggiano cheese. Add pasta and remove pan from heat.
  4. Add tomatoes, arugula, and basil. Stir gently.
  5. Place in individual ramekins or one large casserole. Bake at 500 degrees for 5-6 minutes. Serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 335.18 Kcal (1403 kJ)
Calories from fat 189.54 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21.06g 32%
Cholesterol 71.75mg 24%
Sodium 1513.25mg 63%
Potassium 387.12mg 8%
Total Carbs 14.93g 5%
Sugars 3.22g 13%
Dietary Fiber 1.13g 5%
Protein 20.75g 41%
Vitamin C 4.3mg 7%
Iron 6.1mg 34%
Calcium 124.8mg 12%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 177.06 Kcal (741 kJ)
Calories from fat 100.13 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.13g 32%
Cholesterol 37.9mg 24%
Sodium 799.39mg 63%
Potassium 204.5mg 8%
Total Carbs 7.89g 5%
Sugars 1.7g 13%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g 5%
Protein 10.96g 41%
Vitamin C 2.3mg 7%
Iron 3.2mg 34%
Calcium 65.9mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.2
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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