Name: Barilla Orzo Pasta with Peas and Crispy Pancetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1/2 box Barilla Orzo pasta; 1/2 cup Italian parsley leaves; 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided; 1/4 cup yellow onion, chopped; 10 oz thawed spring peas; 6 oz cubed pancetta; 1 tbsp potato starch; 1 tbsp Water; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; To taste Salt and black pepper; 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese; For the cheese sauce; 1/2 cup Heavy cream; 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated

Barilla Orzo Pasta with Peas and Crispy Pancetta

30 minutes

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Inspired by 'Letters to Juliet', this recipe by Chef Lorenzo Boni is a love letter to the Veneto region in Italy, where the romantic comedy was set. Crispy pancetta pairs beautifully with al dente Barilla Orzo pasta for a romantic dinner, or your next al fresco summer party. Best served with Ruffino Lumina Pinot Grigio Taste profile: Medium-bodied, lively, and elegant, with notes of lemon peel.

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Ingredients

6 servings

1/2 boxBarilla Orzo pasta

1/2 cupItalian parsley leaves

3 tbspextra virgin olive oil, divided

1/4 cupyellow onion, chopped

10 ozthawed spring peas

6 ozcubed pancetta

1 tbsppotato starch

1 tbspWater

2 tbspvegetable oil

To tasteSalt and black pepper

1/2 cupParmigiano Reggiano cheese

For the cheese sauce

1/2 cupHeavy cream

1/2 cupParmigiano Reggiano 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

For the fried parsley: Mix 1 tbsp potato starch with 1 tbsp water in a medium-sized bowl. Dip parsley leaves in mixture. Heat medium-sized pan with vegetable oil and fry parsley leaves in oil for a few seconds.

Step 2

For the cheese sauce: Bring cream to boil, turn off heat, add cheese and stir continuously until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

Place a pot of water to boil, cook Barilla Orzo pasta for 6 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, in a pot, sauté onion with 1/2 olive oil for 3 minutes. Add peas and 2 cups pasta cooking water, bring back to boil, and season with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Process in the blender 4/5 of peas with some water and parsley. Be careful processing hot sauce, always start by pulsing at low speed.

Step 6

Meanwhile, render pancetta over medium heat until crispy, and discard fat.

Step 7

Drain Barilla Orzo pasta and toss with pea mixture over high heat until perfectly coated in sauce. Turn heat off, let rest 2 minutes. Fold in cheese and remaining olive oil.

Step 8

Serve with pancetta and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese sauce drizzled over the top.

Orzo

Orzo is a small, rice-like pasta that adds Mediterranean flair to any dish. Its versatility shines in soups and salads, making it a go-to option for Canadian cooks looking to infuse their meals with a touch of premium, Mediterranean charm.

Shape

Mini and Soup

Cook time

9 minutes

Pack size

340 g (4 x servings)

Range

Classic Blue Box

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