Pancetta Pasta

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    428 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Pancetta Pasta

Simplicity is the name of the game when it comes to weeknight dinners and it doesn't get much more effortless than our Pancetta Pasta. With just five easily accessible ingredients and a mere 30 minutes of your time this crowd pleaser can be on your dinner table and well on it's way into your stomach.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 10 oz cubed pancetta (1/4 inch cubes)
  • 10 oz shaved brussels sprouts
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt, divided
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced (or 6-7 small)
  • 1 cup finely shredded or grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1/2-1 cup pasta water
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Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Season generously with kosher salt.
  2. Add the cubed pancetta to a cold large skillet with high sides and then turn the heat on medium to medium high. Cook the pancetta until the fat has rendered and the pancetta is crisp, it should take about 10 minutes. Stir frequently. Remove the pancetta with a slotted spoon and on to a paper towel to drain. Drain all but two tablespoons of the fat.
  3. Drop the pasta into boiling water. 
  4. Keep the heat on medium to medium high Add the Brussels sprouts and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Saute the Brussels sprouts for a few minutes until they start to soften. You want them to retain their crispness so don't cook them any longer than 3 minutes. Add the garlic, cook another 30 seconds. If the pasta isn't done yet, turn the heat off on the Brussels sprouts and set them aside. 
  5. When your pasta is just UNDER aldente, use tongs to transfer it to the Brussels sprouts. Reserve the pasta water. Sprinkle in half the cheese, crushed red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup of pasta water. Toss until the cheese has melted and then add the remaining cheese and 1/4 cup more pasta water. Toss until the cheese has melted. 
  6. Add the pancetta back to the pasta and toss one more time. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 428kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 35g (54%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 14g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 64mg (21%) Sodium 1325mg (55%) Potassium 451mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 756IU (15%) Vitamin C 61mg (68%) Calcium 336mg (34%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 428 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 428kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 35g 54%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 14g 70%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 64mg 21%
Sodium 1325mg 55%
Potassium 451mg 10%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 756IU 15%
Vitamin C 61mg 68%
Calcium 336mg 34%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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