• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• 12 ounces elbows pasta
• 5 slices bacon, diced
• 2 avocados, halved, seeded, peeled and diced
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, for garnish

1. 1. To make the dressing, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar and thyme in the bowl of a food processor; season with salt and pepper, to taste. With the motor running, add the olive oil in a slow stream until emulsified; set aside.
2. 2. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
3. 3. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
4. 4. In a large bowl, combine pasta, bacon, avocado, lemon-thyme dressing, salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5. Serve immediately, garnished with thyme.

Yummy, creamy, and delicious macaroni salad for any occasion!