A wonderful way to cook with Orecchiette pasta, this easy chorizo bake is a winter warming meal that's even better topped with golden melted cheese.
Ingredients
400g orecchiette
2 tbsp olive oil
2 chorizo, sliced
2 x 400g tins cherry tomatoes
1 long red chili, deseeded and finely sliced
1/3 cup parsley leaves, chopped
200g Perfect Italiano Perfect Bakes
Perfect Italiano Traditional Shaved Parmesan, to serve
Method
Cook the orecchiette according to packet instructions, drain and set aside
Preheat the oven to 180°C
Heat the olive oil in a large deep sided pan over a medium heat. Add the chorizo and fry for 5 minutes. Add the cherry tomatoes and chili, and continue to cook for 3 minutes or until the tomatoes start to break down. Bring to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Continue to cook for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and add the parsley
Add the drained pasta to the sauce and mix well to coat the pasta. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle over Perfect Italiano Grated Cheese. Carefully place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown
Remove from the oven, and allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving with Perfect Italiano Traditional Shaved Parmesan
