Orecchiette with Pancetta Recipe

Name: Orecchiette with Pancetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) dried orecchiette pasta; 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 6 oz (175g) pancetta, chopped; 2 zucchini, diced; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 tsp crushed hot red pepper flakes; 1 cup thawed frozen peas; 6 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan; 3 tbsp chopped parsley; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb (450g) dried orecchiette pasta
2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for drizzling
6 oz (175g) pancetta, chopped
2 zucchini, diced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 tsp crushed hot red pepper flakes
1 cup thawed frozen peas
6 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan
3 tbsp chopped parsley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Cook the orecchiette in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water according to the package instructions, until al dente.
2
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
3
Add the pancetta and cook 5 minutes until lightly golden.
4
Add the zucchini, garlic, and hot pepper and cook for 3 minutes, until the zucchini is crisp-tender.
5
Stir in the peas and cook about 2 minutes.
6
Drain the pasta and return to its pot.
7
Add the pancetta mixture and stir over low heat until combined.
8
Off the heat, stir in the Parmesan and parsley, and season with salt and pepper.

757

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb (450g) dried orecchiette pasta, 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for drizzling, 6 oz (175g) pancetta, chopped, 2 zucchini, diced, and more.

Yes, Orecchiette with Pancetta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Orecchiette with Pancetta

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