ZENB Pasta Agile with crispy shallots are combined with the sweet earthy flavour of leeks to create a creamy decadent dish. This recipe can be used as an impressive side dish or meal that is a good source of fibre.

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 medium shallots, thinly sliced into rings
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 250g cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 small leek, white part only, thinly sliced
• 1 lemon, zested
• 2 cups water
• 1 box ZENB Pasta Agile
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add shallots. Cook 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Reduce heat to low. Continue cooking 3-5 minutes, until crispy. 

Transfer the shallots to a clean plate. Discard remaining oil; wipe out skillet with paper towel.

Melt and swirl butter in same skillet on medium-high heat until golden-brown. Add mushrooms; cook 5-8 minutes until browned. Stir in leeks; cook 1-2 minutes, until tender.

Stir in water, ZENB Pasta and lemon zest. Cover with lid.

Cook 2 minutes, or until pasta is tender. Remove pan from heat; stir gently.

Sprinkle with parsley and crispy shallots. Serve immediately.