Barilla® Orecchiette with Fava Beans & Basil Pesto, Bacon & Cherry Tomatoes
Barilla® Orecchiette with Fava Beans & Basil Pesto, Bacon & Cherry Tomatoes
35 minutes total
- Classic Blue Box
- Dairy/Cream
- Expert
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Gatherings
- Pork/Sausage
- Summer Recipes
- Tomatoes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
Collezione Orecchiette pasta is no longer available in the US. Barilla® Medium Shells or Al Bronzo Conchiglie can be substituted for Orecchiette pasta.
Ingredients
Serves 8
| 1 | Box Barilla® Collezione Orechiette |
| 1 | Pound fava beans, peeled |
| 9 | Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided |
| 1 | Small bunch basil |
| ½ | Cup bacon, rendered |
| To taste | Salt and black pepper |
| 1 | Pint cherry tomatoes, halved |
| ½ | Cup Romano 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
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Step 2
Meanwhile, simmer fava beans with 4 tablespoons olive oil for 3 minutes.
Step 3
Process half of the beans with basil in a blender; season with salt and pepper and combine with the rest.
Step 4
In a separate pan blister tomatoes with remaining olive oil.
Step 5
Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and toss with fava beans mixture.
Step 6
Stir in tomatoes, top with rendered bacon and sprinkle cheese before serving.