A simple but fresh recipe that’s ready in 20 minutes. The asparagus and eggs give it a fresh element while the pasta adds sustenance.
For something similar, you could try our cacio e pepe with asparagus.
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Ingredients
- 250g pasta, of your choice
- 250g asparagus spears
- 4 slices pancetta
- Good bunch of mint leaves
- 100ml good quality olive oil
- 50g grated Parmesan
- 2 eggs
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Method
- Cook the in plenty of boiling water until al dente, or according to packet instructions.
- Add the asparagus spears to the boiling pasta water for the last 2-3 minutes of the cooking time.
- Meanwhile, grill the pancetta until crisp.
- Put the mint leaves into a food processor with the olive oil, then blend to a purée. Stir in the Parmesan, lots of black pepper and set aside.
- Poach the eggs in barely simmering water for 3-4 minutes.
- Meanwhile, drain the pasta and asparagus, then mix in the mint pesto. Divide between 2 plates. Crumble over the pancetta, sprinkle with extra Parmesan and mint, then lift out the poached eggs with a slotted spoon and place on top.
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