GEMELLI WITH CRISPY BREAD CRUMBS

By porklion

Ingredients

• 12 oz uncooked gemelli pasta
• 1 tbsp Bertolli ® Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/2 cup Italian seasoned panko bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (2 oz)
• 1 jar (15 oz) Bertolli ® Alfredo with Aged Parmesan Cheese Sauce

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta in salted water 1 min. less than directed on package.
Meanwhile, heat oil in small nonstick skillet on medium-low heat. Add bread crumbs; cook 3-5 min. or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove skillet from heat; stir in cheese and let cool in skillet.

. Drain pasta and return to pot; stir in alfredo.

Stir half the crumb mixture into the warm pasta. Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over each serving.

This recipe is a great opportunity to use up holiday leftovers. Stir in 1-cup cooked, chopped ham for an extra flavor boost.