Linguine with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula

Ingredients

• 1 pound linguine, uncooked
• 1/3 pound sliced bacon, cut in half
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 (5 ounce) package baby arugula leaves
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and set aside.

Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp. Remove to paper towels. Pour olive oil into skillet, and stir in garlic and asparagus. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add pasta to skillet. Turn flame off. Toss with arugula, lemon juice, and bacon.