Description
A unique and delicious twist on the classic Caesar salad featuring ultra-crispy baked bow-tie pasta tossed with fresh romaine lettuce, sharp parmesan cheese, and a rich, creamy dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Dry Farfalle Pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 2 large heads Romaine Lettuce
- 1 cup Creamy Caesar Dressing
- 1 half cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 half teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and let it warm up completely while you prepare your ingredients.
- Combine Ingredients: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, add your farfalle, and cook it until it is just al dente. Drain the noodles thoroughly, shake off all excess water, and transfer them to a bowl where you will toss them with the olive oil and garlic powder until every piece is coated.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Line your rimmed baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper to prevent any sticking and ensure an easy cleanup later.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread the seasoned pasta across the prepared baking sheet in a single, even layer, making sure the individual pieces are not overlapping.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for twenty to twenty-five minutes, tossing them gently halfway through, until they turn a beautiful golden brown and feel firm to the touch. Remove them from the oven and let them cool down completely on the counter.
- Finishing Touches: In your large wooden mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, the cooled crunchy pasta, the grated parmesan cheese, and the cracked black pepper.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the creamy dressing over the top and toss everything together gently but thoroughly so every leaf and crunchy noodle is coated, then portion into individual bowls and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Always make sure your cooked noodles have cooled down completely before adding them to the lettuce, as warm pasta will quickly wilt your fresh greens.
- Feel free to customize your seasoning blend by adding a pinch of dried oregano or onion powder to the noodles before they head into the oven.
- For the absolute best flavor experience, grate your parmesan cheese fresh from the block right before assembling your dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Crispy Pasta Caesar Salad, Pasta Salad, Crunchy Caesar Salad, Baked Pasta Salad