Lidia's Pasta Primavera
Serves 4 Rosemary’s Pantry Fusilli Rosemary’s Pantry Pesto 4 cloves crushed garlic 4 oz green beans 1/2 bunch asparagus 1 bunch scallions 1 cup frozen peas 1/2 cup heavy cream | Follow these instructions to make Best Selling Author & Restaurateur Lidia Bastianich's Pasta Primavera at home: 1. Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil, add fusilli & cook al dente for 2 minutes. 2. Heat a large skillet with 3 tbsp olive oil & garlic. 3. Sautee garlic for 1 minute & add green beans, asparagus and season with salt. 4. Ladle in ½ cup pasta water, cover the pan, and cook until vegetables are slightly tender, 2-3 minutes. 5. Add scallions, peas, cream, and another ½ cup pasta water, simmer until reduced by half, 2 minutes. 6. Transfer your pasta to the primavera sauce, add pesto and toss to combine. 7. Remove the pan from heat, sprinkle generously with cheese, and enjoy! |