Avocado Basil Pasta

I would have never thought of putting bacon and avocado in a pasta dish.  Surprisingly, it was a tasty combination.  I loved that the entire dinner took 20 minutes to make.  The only negative is that it doesn't provide leftovers because the avocados will brown.  

Avocado Basil Pasta

Adapted from Recipe.com

Ingredients:
8 ounces of pasta 
2 avocados, peeled and chopped
6 slices of crisp, cooked, drained and crumbled bacon
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tbs. lemon juice
1 tbs. olive oil
3 cloves minced garlic
salt and pepper to taste 
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to directions on package & drain.
2. In a large bowl combine the avocados, bacon, basil, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, pepper, and salt. Add the hot pasta and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with cheese. 


Makes 4 servings.