Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Sicilian pasta with a luxurious pistachio sauce. This dish is a perfect blend of savory pancetta, nutty pistachios, and creamy cheese
Ingredients
– 150 grams pancetta, cut into small cubes
– 1 small onion, finely diced
– 3/4 cups chopped unsalted pistachios
– 2 cups heavy cream (or 35% cooking cream)
– 500 grams pasta (penne, rigatoni, or other of your choice)
– 2 tbsp. grated Parmigiano or Pecorino Romano cheese, plus more for serving
Instructions
1. In a large skillet, cook the pancetta over medium heat until crispy. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent.
2. Stir in the chopped pistachios and heavy cream, simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
3. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then toss in the creamy pistachio sauce. Sprinkle with grated cheese before serving.
Notes
– For a vegetarian option, substitute pancetta with mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes.
– Add a touch of heat by sprinkling red pepper flakes on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg