Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLittle FoxHerb Cavatelli Recipe

Herb Cavatelli Recipe

Inspired by Little Fox
Time30m
Serves4

sweet corn, local mushrooms, spring onion, basil, pecorino romano

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Ingredients

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Pasta and Vegetables

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Cavatelli

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cavatelli and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped spring onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the sliced mushrooms and sweet corn, cooking for another 4-5 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the cooked cavatelli to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce. Stir in the chopped basil, salt, and pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Serve the herb cavatelli warm, topped with grated Pecorino Romano cheese.

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