Pasta with Pancetta and Leeks

8 ingredients
11 steps

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces shaped pasta, such as farfalle
  • 3 ounces chopped pancetta
  • 2 whole leeks, sliced thin
  • 1 tablespoon butter, optional
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • Shaved Parmesan, for serving

Directions

  1. 1
    Cook the pasta according to package directions to al dente and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  2. 2
    Saute the pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat until the fat is rendered and it starts to brown.
  3. 3
    Add the leeks and cook, about 8 minutes.
  4. 4
    When you add the leeks, you can also throw in a pat or 2 of butter if you want to.
  5. 5
    This'll give the dish some scrumptious flavor.
  6. 6
    After 8 to 10 minutes, pour in the wine, and then cook until reduced, an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
  7. 7
    Reduce the heat to low, and then pour in the cream.
  8. 8
    Add salt and pepper to taste.
  9. 9
    Stir in some Parmesan.
  10. 10
    Toss in the pasta, adding a little pasta water to thin as needed.
  11. 11
    Serve with Parmesan over the top - delicious!

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