Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the large rigatoni until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add cleaned leeks, minced garlic, and lemon zest. Sauté for approximately 6 minutes until leeks are softened.
- Stir in the fresh peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until peas are bright green and tender.
- Transfer half of the mixture to a blender with fresh parsley and ½ cup of reserved pasta water. Blend until smooth.
- Return drained pasta to the skillet with remaining sautéed vegetables. Pour blended sauce over pasta, tossing to combine and adjust consistency with pasta water as needed.
- Serve topped with remaining sautéed vegetables, grated Parmesan, burrata, roasted asparagus, and radicchio.
- Sprinkle with crushed red pepper before serving, if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
For best flavor, consume topped with burrata soon after cooking, as it’s delightfully creamy when fresh.
