Cavatielli with Sicilian Pesto, Broccoli and Parmesan
Handmade cavatielli pasta is the hero of this dish. You make a Sicilian pesto to dress the pasta which is a little different to the usual Genovese pesto which is pine nut based. Pesto simply means 'to pound' and is a generic term used for sauces but this particular pesto hails from Sicily and is known as Pesto alla Trapanese, made with almonds, summer tomatoes, garlic and basil. Fresh, delicous and so easy! Any leftovers are great on bread or in a salad the next day.
Number of servings
Ingredients
- 400g Pack Cavatielli Pasta
-
150g Broccoli
-
1⁄4 Cup Almonds
-
150g Cherry Tomatoes
-
1 Small Bunch Basil
-
1⁄4 Cup Parmesan (Finely Grated)
-
1 Garlic Clove
Perth's local meal kit putting fresh first
Fresh and local ingredients sourced from WA farms and local Perth suppliers.
Get startedStep-by-step instructions
First Things First
Our vegetables and fruit come as fresh as can be, so please give them a quick wash before you get started.
As well as your basic cooking tools, you will need...
Blender
Pot
1 Prepare Ingredients
Put on a pot of lightly salted water for cooking pasta in step 3. Cut broccoli into small florets. Pick basil leaves, discard stems. Peel garlic.
2 Make Pesto
In a blender combine the almonds, tomato, basil, garlic and most of the parmesan. Blend until nearly smooth. Trickle in 1⁄4 cup of olive oil and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tip! You can use a stick blender or bullet blender or a mortar and pestle if you need a workout!
3 Cook Pasta
Once the water is boiling rapidly add the pasta and cook for 3-4 minutes until al dente. Add the broccoli for the last 2 minutes. It should be bright green and just tender. Save a mug of pasta water and drain the pasta.
Tip! Use a timer to remind you to put the broccoli in to cook
4 Mix Pasta
Place pasta back in the hot pot and add the pesto, mix well to combine and add a little pasta water as needed to make a luxurious sauce. Taste and season as needed.
5 You Plate It
Serve the pasta into bowls and top with remaining parmesan cheese.
About us
You Plate It delivers incredible recipes and fresh local ingredients, so you can easily prepare a delicious meal at home.
-
We plan
You get 12 new and exciting recipes to choose from each week.
-
We shop
You get the freshest local ingredients to cook with.
-
We measure
Your ingredients arrive perfectly portioned to save you time & reduce waste.
-
We deliver
You get your meals delivered to your door every Sunday. Shipping is free!
