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ITALIA HAMPERS
RECIPE OF THE MONTH - February
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PENNE WITH PEAS, MUSHROOMS AND ROASTED RED PEPPERS
Prep time 20 mins
Serves 4
Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the oil and butter; heat. Add the pancetta and sauté until lightly browned. Add the onions and mushrooms. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Sauté until softened. Add the garlic and sauté one more minute. Pour in the wine. Add the peas, peppers, salt and pepper. Cover and cook just until the peas are hot. Add the basil.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package directions for al dente. Drain, leaving just a little of the pasta water. Pour both into the hot sauce and toss well. Let set over medium heat about 5 minutes, tossing occasionally. Serve immediately, passing the cheese separately.
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Ingredients
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 ounces diced pancetta
1-1/2 cups chopped onions
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, coarsely chopped
3 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cups frozen peas
1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers
Salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 pound penne rigate, or similar pasta
Freshly grated Romano cheese
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Wine Suggestion
Brunello di Montalcino Red Wine-Powerful Brunello with intense aromas and flavours.
A truly fantastic wine, this Brunello has intense aromas of chocolate and nuts with hints of dried fruits. Graceful yet powerful, it has soft tannins and notes of cherry, blue fruits and an appealing earthiness followed by a long and intense finish.
Local Interest note:
Naples - Campagna
The fertile volcanic soil of Campania combines with a perfect climate to produce the best fruit and vegetables in Italy. The Romans were quick to appreciate the richness of the Soil, the beauty of the landscape, the dry soft climate and the warmth of the inhabitants. Campania became their vast vegetable garden and their orchard, as well as the playground of the wealthy.
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