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<\/p>\nShells with Broccoli Rabe & Pancetta<\/p>\n
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Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper<\/p>\n
1 1\/2 pounds broccoli rabe (1-2 bunches)<\/p>\n
1 pound large pasta shells, such as Barilla<\/p>\n
Olio Santo Extra Virgin Olive Oil<\/p>\n
1\/2 pound pancetta, 1\/4-inch diced<\/p>\n
2 garlic cloves, minced<\/p>\n
1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes<\/p>\n
8-10 ounces fresh ricotta<\/p>\n
Freshly grated Italian parmesan cheese, for serving<\/p>\n
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Bring large pot of water to a boil and add 1 T. salt. Remove and discard the bottom third of the broccoli rabe and slice the rest crosswise in 2-inch pieces. When the water boils, cook the broccoli rabe for 2-3 minutes, until just tender. With a wire skimmer, lift the broccoli rabe (don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t drain the pot!) into a large bowl and set aside. Bring the water back to a boil, add the shells, and cook al dente according to the directions on the package. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking liquid, drain the pasta and set aside.\u00c2\u00a0 Meanwhile, heat 2 T. of Olio Santo olive oil in a large saut\u00c3\u00a9 pan, add the pancetta, and cook over medium heat for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pancetta is browned. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the broccoli rabe and red pepper flakes and toss well. Add the cooked shells, 1 tsp. of salt, and 1 tsp. of black pepper and toss. Cook over medium heat for a few minutes until all the ingredients are heated through, adding enough of the reserved cooking water so the pasta isn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t dry. Serve hot in large shallow bowls with a large dollop of ricotta and drizzle with Olio Santo olive oil, and with grated Parmesan on the side.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Shells with Broccoli Rabe & Pancetta Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 1\/2 pounds broccoli rabe (1-2 bunches) 1 pound large pasta shells, such as Barilla Olio Santo Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1\/2 pound pancetta, 1\/4-inch diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 8-10 ounces fresh ricotta Freshly grated Italian parmesan cheese, for serving Bring large pot of water to a boil and add 1 T. salt. Remove and discard the bottom third of…<\/p>\n