Creamy Asparagus Pasta with Saffron & Pancetta

Creamy Asparagus Pasta with Saffron & Pancetta

40 mins
easy
4 servings

A quick and delicious pasta dish featuring tender asparagus, savory pancetta, and a touch of aromatic saffron. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

AsparagusItalianPasta

Equipment Needed

  • Large Pot
  • Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 30.00 gShallots(Finely sliced)
  • 20.00 gOlive Oil(Extra virgin)
  • 130.00 gPancetta(Cubed)
  • 300.00 gAsparagus(Trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces)
  • 1.00 tspSalt(Kosher)
  • 700.00 mlWater(Filtered)
  • 350.00 gShort Pasta(Your favorite shape)
  • 1.00 packetSaffron Threads(High quality)

Instructions

1

Sauté shallots in olive oil until softened (approx. 2 minutes).

Estimated time: 2 minutes

2

Add pancetta and asparagus stalks; cook until pancetta is crispy (approx. 3 minutes).

Estimated time: 3 minutes

3

Pour in water and add salt. Bring to a boil.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

4

Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.

Estimated time: 8 minutes

5

Stir in saffron threads and asparagus tips.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

6

Simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Serve immediately.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

8

Garnish with extra grated Parmesan cheese (optional).

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Pair with a crisp white wine for a complete meal.

Estimated time: 1 minutes