Barilla® Al Bronzo® Orecchiette with Snap Peas, Fennel & Mint
Barilla® Al Bronzo® Orecchiette with Snap Peas, Fennel & Mint
30 minutes total
- Al Bronzo
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Gatherings
- Pasta Shells
- Spring Recipes
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
This Orecchiette with Snap Peas, Fennel & Mint recipe features our Barilla® Al Bronzo® Orecchiette pasta to perfectly complement the flavors of snaps peas, fennel, and mint.
Ingredients
Serves 6
1 | Package Barilla® Al Bronzo® Orecchiette |
5 | Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided |
2 | Cups Snap Peas, Cut in Half |
1 | Fennel Bulb, Julienne |
1 | Tablespoon Mint, Chopped |
½ | Cup Romano Cheese, Grated |
To Taste | Salt and Black Pepper |
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 boil.
Step 2
Meanwhile in a skillet, sauté fennel and snap peas with half the olive oil for 2 minutes over high heat until slightly brown and still crunchy. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 3
Drain pasta 1 minute prior end of cook time, reserving 1 cup of water. Toss pasta with veggies over high heat, add reserved cooking water and combine well while water is reducing.
Step 4
Turn off heat, stir in mint, cheese and remaining olive oil 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