Barilla shares recipe for leek and potato cream pasta

Barilla has released a recipe for Gran Ruote pasta featuring a creamy leek and potato sauce. The dish utilizes the specific Gran Ruote pasta shape to better hold the sauce, which is made by blending sautéed leeks and cooked potatoes with heavy cream.

To enhance the flavor, the recipe includes an aromatic oil made from extra virgin olive oil, garlic, rosemary, and lemon zest. An optional addition of harissa can be used to add spiciness. The preparation involves sautéing the white part of the leeks in butter before blending them with the potatoes and cream to create a thick consistency without the need for flour.