Pasta with Pancetta & Walnuts

Pasta with Pancetta & Walnuts

DESCRIPTION

Toasted California walnuts add crunch to this light, flavorful, colorful pasta dish that features smoky pancetta and peppery arugula.

Total Time
35 Mins
Serves
6
Meal

Total Time

Prep Time
15 Mins
Cook Time
20 Mins
Total Time
35 Mins

Nutrition

Calories
790 cal
Total Fat
44 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
14 g
Cholesterol
45 mg
Sodium
1650 mg
Carbohydrates
62 g
Dietary Fiber
3 g
Protein
29 g

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pancetta (Italian sausage, lean bacon, or vegetables can be substituted), chopped
  • 1 cup California walnuts, toasted
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, medium, chopped
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1/2 cup basil, chopped, fresh
  • 1/4 cup thyme, chopped, fresh
  • 1 cup arugula, chopped, fresh
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, light
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Romano and Parmesan cheeses, freshly grated
  • 1 pound penne or linguine pasta

Preparation

  1. Bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil, and add the pasta. Cook 10 minutes or until al dente, drain and reserve.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a sauté pan, and add the onion, garlic and pancetta. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the pancetta is crisp and golden.
  3. Add white wine, basil and thyme, cook 3 minutes. Add arugula, walnuts, extra-virgin olive oil, and salt and freshly grated white pepper to taste, then add to the reserved pasta and toss well.
  4. Divide the pasta evenly among four dinner plates, top with grated cheese and serve.