Serve 4 People

1lb Fresh Fava Beans - Shelled, Skinned and Halved

2 Heads of Baby Gem Lettuce - Outer Leaves Removed, Halved Lengthwise and Chopped

100-125 Grams Flat Pancetta - Cut into Small Cubes

1 Tbsp Olive Oil

Freshly Ground Black Pepper

60 Grams Pecorino Cheese - Finely Grated

60 Grams Unsalted Butter

1 Package (500 Grams) of Best Quality Dry Pasta - Torchietti or Similar Short Shape

Bring a large pot of water to the boil, season with salt. Drop your pasta and cook for 12-15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.

Heat a large pan over medium high heat. Add olive oil and the cubed pancetta. Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Add in the fava beans and the chopped baby gem. Stir to combine and cook for 5-7 minutes more. Season with pepper.

Add your cooked pasta to the pan along with a little of the pasta water. Remove from the heat and add the pecorino and butter. Toss to combine.

Serve with a fresh grating of pecorino.