Jun 09 2026

Brunello Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Fresh sautéed pancetta and peas tossed in a cream sauce with Parmesan.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Pancetta

    While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Garlic and Peas

    Mince the garlic and add it to the pan with the pancetta, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then add the fresh peas and cook for about 3-4 minutes until tender.

Making the Sauce

  1. 4

    Add Cream and Cheese

    Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens slightly.

  2. 5

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.

Finishing Touches

  1. 6

    Season and Serve

    Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

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