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Main course · British

Broad Bean and Pancetta Orzo

30 min Serves 4 ~486 kcal/serving ~£5.80 (£1.45/serving) Kid-friendly

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Ingredients

  • 250 g frozen broad beans
  • 100 g pancetta
  • 300 g orzo
  • 700 ml vegetable stock
  • 20 g butter
  • 30 g parmesan

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories
486 kcal
Protein
23.4 g
Carbohydrate
59.7 g
of which sugars
3.6 g
Fat
15.9 g
of which saturates
7.1 g
Fibre
5.8 g
Salt
2.55 g

Estimated from typical values for each ingredient — a guide, not a substitute for the label on what you actually buy.

Method

  1. 1

    Fry the pancetta in a large pan for 4-5 minutes until starting to crisp.

  2. 2

    Add the orzo and stir for 1 minute, then pour in the vegetable stock.

  3. 3

    Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Add the frozen broad beans and cook for a further 4-5 minutes until the orzo is tender and the beans are cooked.

  5. 5

    Stir in the butter and grated parmesan.

  6. 6

    Season with black pepper and serve immediately.

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