Creamy Cavatelli Pasta with Braised Pork
Recipe Courtesy of Eating Well
Prep time: 5 mins | Cook time: 20 mins
Total time: 25 mins | Serves: 6
Ingredients
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8 ounces cavatelli or orecchiette pasta
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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8 cloves black garlic, chopped
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1 cup chopped shishito peppers
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2 cups shredded braised pork (see Associated Recipes)
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½ cup torn fresh basil leaves
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5 tablespoons mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
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¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain.
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Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add tomatoes, garlic and black garlic. Cook, stirring, until the tomatoes start to soften, 2 to 4 minutes. Add peppers; cook, stirring, until tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in the pasta, pork and 1/2 cup cooking water. Cook, stirring gently, until coated, about 2 minutes, adding more cooking water as needed.
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Remove from heat and stir in basil, mayonnaise, vinegar and salt. Toss to evenly coat.