Instruction: 1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water as the label directs..

Time: 10 min

Instruction: 2. Drain and toss with the milk in a large bowl; set aside..

Time: 5 min

Instruction: 3. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp..

Time: 12 min

Instruction: 4. Drain on paper towels. Discard all but 3 tablespoons drippings from the pan..

Time: 8 min

Instruction: 5. Add the tomatoes, thyme and garlic to the pan and toss until warmed through; season with salt and pepper..

Time: 15 min

Instruction: 6. Crumble the bacon into bite-size pieces; set aside 1/4 cup for garnish. .

Time: 6 min

Instruction: 7. Toss the remaining bacon and the tomato mixture with the pasta..

Time: 2 min

Instruction: 8. Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream and 2 tablespoons chives with the pasta until evenly combined..

Time: 9 min

Instruction: 9. Season with salt and pepper. Add the lettuce and toss again to coat..

Time: 7 min

Instruction: 10. Garnish with the reserved bacon and the remaining 1 tablespoon chives. Serve at room temperature..

Time: 5 min