Cavolo Nero Pesto Rigatoni with Crispy Breadcrumbs

Cavolo Nero is in season in January, and gives pesto a deeper complexion of flavours to elevate this simple recipe.

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Cavolo Nero Pesto Rigatoni with Crispy Breadcrumbs

Ingredients

  • 400g Rigatoni pasta
  • 200g Cavolo nero
  • 50g Parmesan cheese
  • 30g Pine nuts
  • 2 Garlic cloves (12g)
  • 50ml Olive oil
  • 60g Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Salt (8g)
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper (4g)

Method

  1. Cook the rigatoni pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a food processor, combine the cavolo nero, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil. Blend until smooth to make the pesto.
  3. In a pan, toast the breadcrumbs until golden and crispy. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with the cavolo nero pesto until well coated.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Serve the pasta topped with the crispy breadcrumbs.

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