Pampered Chef's One Pot Creamy Blt Pasta

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From a pampered chef brochure.

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Steps

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Slice the bacon cross wise into strips.

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Cook in a large skillet with high sides for 8-9 minutes or until crisp.

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Remove bacon and drain on paper towels.

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Drain skillet , leaving 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings in the skillet.

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Place broth and diced tomatoes in a large bowl.

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Microwave , covered , on high for 6-8 minutes or until hot.

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Return skillet to heat and add onion and red pepper flakes.

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Saute for 2-3 minutes or until tender.

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Add garlic and cook for 10-20 seconds.

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Add broth mixture , pasta , salt and half of the cooked bacon.

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Simmer covered for 9-10 minutes or until pasta is almost cooked by still firm.

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Stir occasionally.

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Remove skillet from heat and add cubed cream cheese , grape tomatoes and parsley , reserving 1 tbsp of parsley for garnish.

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Cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until pasta is tender and sauce is thickened.

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Serve with remaining bacon , grated parmesan cheese and reserved parsley.

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Ingredients

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bacon, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, pasta, salt, fresh parsley, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, grape tomatoes