Barilla® Al Bronzo® Orecchiette with Fava Beans & Basil Pesto, Bacon & Cherry Tomatoes
Barilla® Al Bronzo® Orecchiette with Fava Beans & Basil Pesto, Bacon & Cherry Tomatoes
35 minutes total
- Al Bronzo
- Dairy/Cream
- Expert
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Gatherings
- Pasta Shells
- Pork/Sausage
- Summer Recipes
- Tomatoes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
This Orecchiette with Fava Beans, Basil Pesto, Bacon & Cherry Tomatoes recipe features our Barilla® Al Bronzo® Orecchiette Pasta to perfectly complement and tie all the flavors together in one delicious dish!
Ingredients
Serves 8
| 1 | Package Barilla® Al Bronzo® Orecchiette |
| 1 | Pound Fava Beans, Peeled |
| 9 | Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided |
| 1 | Small Bunch Basil |
| ½ | Cup Bacon, Rendered |
| To Taste | Salt and Black Pepper |
| 1 | Pint Cherry Tomatoes, Halved |
| ½ | Cup Romano Cheese, Grated |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Step 2
Meanwhile, simmer fava beans with 4 tablespoons olive oil for 3 minutes.
Step 3
Process half of the beans with basil in a blender; season with salt and pepper and combine with the rest.
Step 4
In a separate pan blister tomatoes with remaining olive oil.
Step 5
Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and toss with fava beans mixture.
Step 6
Stir in tomatoes, top with rendered bacon and sprinkle cheese before serving.
Al Bronzo® Orecchiette Pasta
Barilla® Al Bronzo® Orecchiette pasta is traditional bronze-cut pasta, for extraordinary sauce grip and more flavor in every bite. Now you can enjoy Scarpetta with Al Bronzo® Orecchiette pasta!
- Shape Orecchiette
- Cook time 12-14 mins
- Pack size 16 oz
- Range Al Bronzo® Pasta