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Fusilli Pesto Feast with Smoked Bacon and Prawns

 Embark on a flavourful journey with our Pesto-infused Fusilli Pasta, a delightful ensemble of ingredients that showcases the best of British and Mediterranean fusion. This masterpiece combines the robust allure of smoked bacon lardons, the sweetness of peas and corn, and the succulence of cooked prawns, all embraced by the vibrant notes of a rich and aromatic pesto sauce. The fusilli pasta, perfectly al dente and coated in a luscious layer of pesto, serves as a canvas for the medley of tastes.


Tantalise your taste buds with the harmonious blend of herbs, a touch of chili flakes, and the savoury kick of Parmesan cheese. This dish isn't just a meal; it's a celebration of fusion cuisine, where each bite takes you on a journey into a world of mouthwatering satisfaction. Get ready to savour a plateful of indulgence that marries British simplicity with Mediterranean sophistication.

Ingredients:

- 200g fusilli pasta

- 50g peas

- 50g sweetcorn

- 50g smoked bacon lardons

- 50g cooked prawns

- 190g pesto sauce

- Grated Parmesan cheese (as much as you like)

- Mixed Italian herbs, to taste

- Salt, to taste

- Pepper, to taste

- Chilli flakes, to taste

- Olive oil


Instructions:

1. Cook the Fusilli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare the Bacon and Veggies: In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the smoked bacon lardons and cook until they become crispy and golden brown.

3. Add Veggies:|Toss in the peas and sweetcorn to the skillet with the bacon. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are tender yet still vibrant.

4. Combine Pasta and Prawns: Add the cooked fusilli pasta and cooked prawns to the skillet. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.

5. Incorporate Pesto Sauce: Pour the pesto sauce over the pasta mixture. Stir well to coat the pasta and ingredients evenly with the rich and flavorful pesto.

6. Season to Perfection: Sprinkle the mixture with mixed Italian herbs, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences.

7. Cheesy Finish: Generously sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Toss everything together until the cheese melts and coats the pasta in a luscious layer.

8. Serve and Enjoy: Dish out the Fusilli Pasta with Prawns, Bacon, and Pesto into bowls or plates. Garnish with extra Parmesan and a pinch of fresh herbs if desired.


Now, you have a pasta dish that's not only hearty and flavourful but also boasts the aromatic richness of pesto. Enjoy your delicious meal!

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