My pasta dish was really yummy, and easy, so I'll post the recipe. I have to give credit to DSis for suggesting a bacon and avocado sandwich, so that inspired this dish.
Bacon, Avocado and Tomato Pasta
Serves 2
1/2 box pasta (I used farfalle)
6 slices bacon (mine were small, if the slices are larger when cooked you would probably only need 4)
1/2 pint grape tomatoes, cut into fourths
1 ripe, but still firm, avocado
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
chives, cut into small pieces
olive oil
salt
pepper
In boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to box directions.
At the same time, cook bacon in a skillet on medium heat until crisp, about ten minutes.
Drain pasta and either return to pot or put in serving bowl. Add enough olive oil so the pasta doesn't stick.
When crisp, put bacon on paper towels to cool slightly.
Peel avocado, remove pit and dice into 1/4 inch chunks. Add to pasta, along with tomatoes, lemon juice and a handful of chives.
Crumble bacon and add to pasta. Toss gently to combine and add salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temp.
This was good, but when I make it again, I will add some lemon zest and some red pepper flakes. I think that will make it even better.