Spring Pea Pesto with Bacon and Leeks
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5
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Course
Main Course
Spring Pea Pesto with Bacon and Leeks
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Ingredients
- 3 lices Bacon cubed
- 1 leek sliced and washed thoroughly, large
- 3/4 pound pea fresh or frozen (if frozen make sure they're defrosted)
- 4 mint leaves
- 1 garlic clove
- walnuts small handful
- 1/4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Pecorino Romano cheese grated
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound linguine or other type of pasta
Instructions
- In a medium pan, set over medium heat, add the cubed bacon and cook until crispy and browned, stirring it every so often, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon from the pan and transfer it to a paper towel to drain. Turn the heat down to medium low and add the leeks. Cook until the leeks are softened and flimsy but not until they’re overcooked, about 2 to 3 minutes. We still want them to have a lil’ bit of structure. Transfer them to a small bowl.
- To a food processor or blender, add the peas, mint leaves, garlic clove, walnuts, olive oil, Pecorino Romano, red pepper flakes and salt. Pulse until the pesto is smooth-ish, some bits of peas are ok. Give it a taste and adjust the flavors to your liking. Add more olive oil if you want it smoother. Add more salt if it needs it. You know, make decisions, you’re in charge.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; cook the pasta according to the package’s instructions. You want al dente. Drain the pasta, transfer it back to the pot and toss with the reserved bacon, leeks and pea pesto. Divide the pasta amongst bowls. Garnish with more cheese because CHEESE! Enjoy this spring pasta. Isn’t spring delicious?
Nutrition Information
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Serving
4g
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4g |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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