Creamy Pork & Leek Linguine

Utensils

Stovetop, Pot (small) and Frying pan.

Recipe

• Step 1
  In a pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions. When the pasta is done, set aside a small ladle of cooking water, then drain the pasta.
• Step 2
  Peel & thinly slice the shallots.
• Step 3
  Trim the ends of the leek & thinly slice it into rounds. Rinse the leeks thoroughly in a colander, then drain well.
• Step 4
  Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. When hot, add the ground pork. Season with salt & pepper. Cook for 4-5 min, stirring often, until the meat is browned & cooked through.
• Step 5
  Add the leeks & shallots to the pan. Season with salt & pepper. Stir & continue cooking for another 6-8 min, over medium heat.
• Step 6
  Add the grated parmesan, drained pasta & reserved pasta water. Stir & cook for another minute, until the sauce thicken lightly.
• Step 7
  Serve the pork & leek linguine topped with extra grated parmesan, if you have some left. Re-season to taste & enjoy!