Barilla® Mezzi Rigatoni with Pesto, Leeks & Squash
Barilla® Mezzi Rigatoni with Pesto, Leeks & Squash
30 minutes total / Calories 415
- Classic Blue Box
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Fall Recipes
- Gatherings
- No Meat
- Pesto Sauce
- Short
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
Made with Barilla Classic Blue Box Mezzi Rigatoni pasta.
Ingredients
Serves 8
| 1 | Box Barilla® Mezzi Rigatoni |
| 1 | Jar Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto |
| 1 | Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil |
| 1 | Leek, sliced into rounds |
| 2 | Cups butternut squash, small diced |
| To taste | Salt and black pepper |
| ½ | Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese |
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, meanwhile in a large skillet sauté leeks in olive oil for three minutes.
Step 2
Add squash and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until lightly browned then season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Cook pasta according to package directions reserving ½ cup of cooking water.
Step 4
Drain and toss pasta with the sauce and cooking water then cook until the sauce has thickened, about 1 minute.
Step 5
Remove skillet from the heat and fold in the pesto and cheese.
Mezzi Rigatoni
Mezzi Rigatoni combines the heartiness of traditional Rigatoni – a cut that is most commonly used in Southern and Central Italy – with a smaller size, which makes for a charming variation of an old favorite. It’s sure to delight your family and friends.
Barilla® Mezzi Rigatoni is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.
- Shape Mezzi Rigatoni
- Cook time 10–11 mins
- Pack size 16 oz.
- Range Classic Blue Box