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Pasta with Romanesco Broccoli and Bacon

17/11/2023

I can suggest a delicious Italian recipe for pasta with Romanesco broccoli and bacon. Let’s look at the ingredients and the preparation together.

Ingredients

  • 320 g of pasta (penne or rigatoni are very suitable)
  • 1 Romanesco broccoli
  • 150 g of bacon, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • Extra virgin olive oil (as needed)
  • Salt (as needed)
  • Black pepper (as needed)
  • Chilli pepper (optional)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Water for cooking the pasta

Preparation

  1. Clean the Romanesco broccoli, divide it into florets, and wash well.
  2. In a large pan, fry the bacon cubes without adding other fats until they are crispy.
  3. Remove the bacon, and in the same released fat, add a drizzle of oil and the peeled and crushed garlic cloves.
  4. Add the Romanesco broccoli florets and sauté for a few minutes.
  5. Add a little water, cover the pan, and let it cook over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, until the broccoli is tender but still crisp.
  6. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta al dente according to the package instructions.
  7. Drain the pasta and pour it into the pan with the Romanesco broccoli.
  8. Add the crispy bacon, mix gently to combine the ingredients.
  9. If desired, add black pepper, chili pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy this tasty dish.

Curiosity

Romanesco broccoli is a vegetable with a unique shape, characterized by a natural fractal. It is highly appreciated in Italian cooking for its delicate flavor, making it versatile in many dishes, not just in pasta preparations.

Remember that you can always personalize the recipe by adding or removing ingredients according to your taste or dietary needs. Enjoy your meal!