Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pasta
- 4 slices of bacon, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 can of white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 ripe pears, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Large skillet for cooking bacon and onion
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, cook diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon from skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté diced onion until translucent.
4. Add drained and rinsed white beans to the skillet and cook until heated through.
5. Add diced pears to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
6. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss with the bean and pear mixture.
7. Add the cooked bacon back to the skillet and toss everything together.
8. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 550
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 81g
Protein: 24g
Fiber: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pancetta or prosciutto can be used instead of bacon.
- Cannellini beans can be used instead of white beans.
- Apples can be used instead of pears.
Variations:
- Add chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or basil for extra flavor.
- Use different types of pasta such as penne or fusilli.
- Add a splash of white wine to the skillet when cooking the onion for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use ripe pears for the best flavor.
- Reserve some of the pasta water to add to the skillet if the pasta seems dry.
- Crumble the cooked bacon over the top of the pasta for extra texture.
Storage instructions:
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pasta in a large bowl or on individual plates.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped fresh herbs or additional grated Parmesan cheese.
Pairings:
Pair with a crisp white wine such as Pinot Grigio.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the pasta seems dry, add a splash of pasta water or olive oil to the skillet.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the bacon and onion thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Birnen-Bohnen-Speck-Pasta is a traditional German dish that combines pasta with bacon, white beans, and pears.
Flavor profiles:
Salty, savory, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot as a main course.
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Region: German