
15 mins
10 mins
Serves 6
Asparagus and Pancetta Gluten Free Pasta with Hazelnuts
Ingredients
- 1 pkg Italpasta Gluten Free Elbows
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut 1 inch pieces
- 1/2 cup pancetta, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in large skillet set over medium heat; sauté asparagus, pancetta, onion and garlic for 5 to 7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Meanwhile, in pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions; drain, reserving 3/4 cup (175 mL) of pasta water.
- Add pasta, pasta water and lemon juice to skillet; toss to combine well. Season with pepper. To serve, sprinkle with hazelnuts and parsley.
Tips
To toast hazelnuts, place nuts on baking sheet; bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until fragrant and skins are blistered. Wrap nuts in clean tea towel and rub to remove loose skins.
Nutritional Analysis
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 6gFat: 13gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mg