Three Greens Orecchiette with Pesto

For those of us who can’t get enough green! We introduce our toasty, nutty Whole-Wheat Orecchiette to a tasty sauté of our favorite greens: sweet peas, broccoli rabe, chopped green onions and our beloved Basil Pesto. This orecchiette pesto dish is perfect for the warmer weather of spring.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 (1-pound) package DeLallo Organic Whole-Wheat Orecchiette
• 2 tablespoons DeLallo Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 bunch green onions
• 1 pound broccoli rabe (or broccoli), blanched
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 10 ounces frozen peas
• Pinch of chili pepper flakes
• 1 cup DeLallo Simply Pesto® Sauce - Traditional Basil

DIRECTIONS

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
2. In a large saucepan, sauté olive oil with onion, broccoli rabe and pepper flakes.
3. Cook together for about 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in cream and peas. Cook together for 2 minutes, stirring continually.
5. Add pesto. Stir to thoroughly combine.
6. Toss with hot pasta in saucepan and cook together for another 2 minutes to marry flavors. Serve immediately.