Trendy Tenderstem is the talk of the town

Serves 4

Ingredients:
200g Tenderstem® broccoli
1 tablespoon olive oil
10 rashers smoked streaky bacon, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1-2 red chillis, deseeded and finely chopped (optional)
400g penne pasta
180ml creme fraiche
handful fresh basil leaves, shredded
freshly ground black pepper
Parmesan shavings, to serve

Method:

1. Prepare the Tenderstem®. Cut the floret ends of the Tenderstem® spears and leave whole. Slice the remainder of the Tenderstem® spears thinly, on the diagonal.
2. Heat the oil in a large heavy based pan (one which has a lid). Fry the bacon until golden brown, then add the garlic and chilli (if using) and cook for 30 seconds to soften. Add the prepared Tenderstem®, stir and put the lid on the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until the Tenderstem® is tender.
3. Meanwhile, cook the penne in boiling salted water, according to pack instructions.
4. When the pasta is cooked, drain well and add to the Tenderstem® pan. Add the creme fraiche, basil and pepper, and stir to combine.
5. Serve immediately, topped with Parmesan shavings.