Winter Pesto Farfalle
Winter Pesto Farfalle
30 minutes total
- Classic Blue Box
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Gatherings
- Mushroom
- No Meat
- Pesto Sauce
- Short
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
- Winter Recipes
Indulge in this seasonal Winter Farfalle Pesto Pasta with Cauliflower and Pomegranate Seeds. This delightful dish combines the flavors of pesto with the crunchiness of cauliflower, topped with a citrus burst of pomegranate seeds. Perfect for a cozy winter meal, this pasta recipe is quick, easy and sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Serves 8
| 1 | Box Barilla® Farfalle pasta |
| 1 | Jar Barilla Rustic Basil Pesto |
| 1 | Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil |
| 2 | Shallots, medium size, diced |
| 16 | Ounces shitake mushrooms, quartered |
| 1 | Cauliflower, in florets |
| ½ | Cup Parmigiano cheese |
| 2 | Tablespoons pomegranate seeds |
| To taste | Salt and black pepper |
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
Place a pot of water to boil. Turn on oven to 425°F.
Step 2
Coat cauliflower florets with half the pesto, roast in the oven until slightly brown, about 15 min.
Step 3
In a skillet sauté shallot with olive oil for three minutes over medium heat, stir in mushrooms, season with salt and pepper and brown over high heat, about five minutes.
Step 4
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta, reserving ½ cup cooking liquid.
Step 5
Toss pasta with reserved cooking water, remaining pesto, roasted cauliflower, and sautéed mushrooms. Sprinkle cheese and garnish with pomegranate seeds before serving.
Farfalle
Farfalle, dating back to the 1500s, originated in the Lombardia and Emilia-Romagna part of Northern Italy. Farfalle, which means “butterfly” in Italian, are rectangular or oval pieces of pasta that are pinched in the middle.
Barilla® Farfalle is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.
- Shape Farfalle
- Cook time 11–12 mins
- Pack size 16 oz.
- Range Classic Blue Box