Orecchiette

By barbknott

Ingredients

• 4 applewood-smoked bacon slices, diced
• 2 medium leeks (white and pale green parts only), halved lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/3-inch pieces
• 10 ounces orecchiette (little ear-shaped pasta) or small shells
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus additional for serving
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley

Preparation

Step 1

4 applewood-smoked bacon slices, diced
2 medium leeks (white and pale green parts only), halved lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/3-inch pieces
10 ounces orecchiette (little ear-shaped pasta) or small shells
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus additional for serving
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley