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Farfalle with Parmesan Cream, Speck, and Pistachios

17/11/2023

I will propose the recipe for farfalle with parmesan cream, speck, and pistachios, a dish full of flavor with a perfect balance between the different ingredients. Here’s how to prepare it.

Ingredients

  • 320 g of farfalle
  • 150 g of speck
  • 200 ml of cooking cream
  • 100 g of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 50 g of unsalted pistachios
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the farfalle according to the instructions on the package to achieve an al dente texture.

  2. While the pasta is cooking, cut the speck into strips and roughly chop the pistachios.

  3. In a non-stick pan, heat a drizzle of oil and sauté the speck until it becomes crispy.

  4. Add the chopped pistachios to the pan with the speck and toast them for a few minutes, stirring carefully to prevent burning.

  5. In a saucepan, warm the cooking cream over medium heat and add the grated Parmesan, stirring continuously until you have a smooth and homogeneous cream. Season with salt and pepper.

  6. Drain the al dente farfalle, saving some of the cooking water, and transfer them to the saucepan with the Parmesan cream.

  7. Add the speck and pistachios to the saucepan with the pasta and Parmesan cream, stirring gently. If necessary, add a little cooking water to make the cream lighter and better combine the ingredients.

  8. Serve the farfalle hot, garnishing with a sprinkle of Parmesan and some whole pistachios for decoration.

Curiosity

Pistachios are widely used in Mediterranean cooking, and in this dish, they add not only a crunchy touch but also a unique flavor that pairs well with the sweetness of the speck and the creaminess of the Parmesan.

Enjoy your meal!

Farfalle with Parmesan Cream, Speck, and Pistachios