A quick and tasty bacon, lettuce and tomato pasta recipe ideal for the summer period. Can be served as a main or side dish.

Yields: 4 Servings

Total Time: 40 Minutes

You will need:

PrimeLuci Eliche Pasta, 500g 

Lamb Brand Ground Black Pepper

Lamb Brand Table Salt

Lean bacon, 400g

Tomatoes, 3 (cut into chunks)

Lettuce, 1 head (quartered)

Garlic, 1 clove (minced)

Milk, 1/2 Cup

Mayonnaise, 1/2 cup

Plain Yogurt, 1/4 cup

Chives, 4 tbsp chopped

Dry Thyme, 1 tbsp

All you have to do is:

1.Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water as the label directs. 

2.Drain and toss with the milk in a large bowl; set aside.

3.Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. 

4.Drain on paper towels. Discard all but 3 tablespoons drippings from the pan. 

5.Add the tomatoes, thyme and garlic to the pan and toss until warmed through; season with salt and pepper. 

6.Crumble the bacon into bite-size pieces; set aside ¼ cup for garnish. 

7.Toss the remaining bacon and the tomato mixture with the pasta.

8.Mix the mayonnaise, yoghurt and 3 tablespoons chives with the pasta until evenly combined. Season with salt and pepper. 

9.Add the lettuce; toss again to coat. Garnish with the reserved bacon and the remaining 1 tablespoon chives. Serve at room temperature.