Shell Pasta With Garlic Scape Pesto, Bacon, And Black Eyed Peas
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a simmer. Add soaked beans, cover, cook for 30-45 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.

  2. Meanwhile, combine garlic scapes, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and salt & pepper in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture forms a minced paste.

  3. Cook pasta according to package directions until just barely al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water.

  4. In a large sauce pan, cook bacon pieces until crispy. Add drained beans and saute for 1-2 minutes or until coated.

  5. Add cooked pasta and pesto and stir well, adding pasta water as needed if the mixture is too dry.

  6. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with freshly shaved parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥜Nut-free🍬Low-sugar...

Category🍝Pasta

Cuisine🇮🇹Italian

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🌸Spring

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 30m

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