The only way to improve the age-old family favourite, pesto pasta, is to add some crispy bacon and sharp Parmesan. With oh-so-many textures and well-loved flavours, this dish is sure to please the whole table!
The quantities provided above are averages only.
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2 packet
diced bacon
½ bottle
cream
(Contains: Milk; )
1 packet
basil pesto
(Contains: Milk, Almond, Cashew, Pine Nut, Walnut; )
1 bag
Mixed Salad Leaves
1 packet
fusilli
(Contains: Gluten(Wheat); May be present: Soy, Eggs. )
1 sachet
Garlic & Herb Seasoning
1
carrot
1
cucumber
3 clove
garlic
1 packet
Grated Parmesan Cheese
(Contains: Milk; )
olive oil
20 g
butter
(Contains: Milk; )
1 tsp
balsamic vinegar
• Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to the boil. • Thinly slice cucumber. Finely chop garlic. Grate the carrot.
• Cook fusilli in the boiling water until 'al dente', 12 minutes. • Reserve some pasta water (1/4 cup for 2 people / 1/2 cup for 4 people), then drain and return fusilli to the saucepan. Drizzle with a little olive oil to prevent sticking and cover to keep warm.
TIP: 'Al dente' pasta is cooked through but still slightly firm in the centre.
Little cooks: Older kids can help add the pasta to the saucepan under adult supervision. Be careful, the water is boiling!
• In a large frying pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook diced bacon, breaking up with a spoon, until golden, 8-10 minutes. • Add garlic and the butter and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. • Add cream (see ingredients), garlic & herb seasoning and reserved pasta water. Season with pepper and cook until slightly reduced, 2-3 minutes.
• Remove pan from the heat, then stir through basil pesto and cooked fusilli. • Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
• In a large bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar and a drizzle of olive oil. • Season, then add mixed salad leaves, cucumber and carrot. Toss to coat.
Little cooks: Take the lead by tossing the salad!
• Divide double bacon and basil pesto fusilli between bowls. • Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. • Serve with crunchy cucumber salad. Enjoy!
Little cooks: Kids can add the finishing touch by sprinkling the cheese on top Enjoy!