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Barilla Orzo Pasta with Artichokes and Italian Pancetta

Name: Barilla Orzo Pasta with Artichokes and Italian Pancetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 box Barilla Orzo pasta; 64 oz chicken broth; 1 fresh lemon; 6 artichokes (may substitute 2 9oz. packages artichoke quarters, thawed and drained); 4 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 1 garlic clove, crushed and divided; 1 cup pancetta (may substitute bacon), diced; 1/4 cup onion, chopped; 2 tbsp butter; 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, freshly grated

30 minutes

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For all the bacon lovers out there, have you tried Italian pancetta? It's a salt-cured meat made from pork belly, and usually comes seasoned with various herbs and spices, making it the ultimate flavour enhancer in this recipe with perfectly al dente Barilla Orzo pasta simmered in rich chicken broth. All melded together with rich Parmigiano Reggiano cheese—it's a must-try!

Ingredients

4 servings

1 boxBarilla Orzo pasta

64 ozchicken broth

6artichokes (may substitute 2 9oz. packages artichoke quarters, thawed and drained)

4 tbspExtra virgin olive oil

1garlic clove, crushed and divided

1 cuppancetta (may substitute bacon), diced

2 tbspbutter

1/2 cupParmigiano Reggiano cheese, freshly 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

Heat chicken broth in a medium-sized pot over low heat until hot. Leave on stove top on lowest heat until needed.

Step 2

Clean artichokes by slicing 1/4-inch off the top and bottom. Remove all the tough outer leaves, leaving a quarter of the artichoke remaining. Cut artichoke in half lengthwise and remove choke. Cut into thin slices and soak in a bowl of water with squeezed lemon to prevent browning.

Step 3

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and drained artichoke slices; sauté 5-6 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.

Step 4

In same skillet, add pancetta. Sauté pancetta over medium high heat until lightly browned. Remove from pan and set aside.

Step 5

Add remaining 2 tbsp olive oil to skillet. Add onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add Barilla Orzo pasta and enough hot chicken broth to cover pasta. Cook continuously, adding more broth as needed until pasta is cooked.

Step 7

Add artichokes a few minutes before the end of cooking.

Step 8

When pasta is a smooth consistency and excess broth is evaporated, stir in cheese, pancetta and butter. Transfer to a serving platter or bowl and serve hot.

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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