Casa L Orto Apertivo

Minted Fava Spread with Pancetta 

-1 c. blanched favas, shelled

- ½ c. grated pecorino cheese

- 1/4 c. fresh mint, chopped

- a few leaves of fresh basil, chopped

- ½ c extra virgin olive oil

- juice of one large lemon

- 1 round of pancetta, cubed and sautéed to a crisp

 

Herbed Caramelized Red Onion Spread

-2 red onions, diced

-3 tbsp.  extra virgin olive oil

- 2 tsp. salt

-1 tbsp. fresh oregano

-1 tbsp. fresh thyme

-2 tbsp. butter

-1 tbsp. rendered pancetta pan drippings

-3 tbsp. white wine

-2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar