Pioneer Woman Faster Pasta Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Faster Pasta Recipe is a crispy and crunchy recipe, which is made with bow-tie pasta and Parmesan cheese. It’s the perfect party snack, ready in about 25 minutes.

Jump to Recipe

Pioneer Woman Faster Pasta Recipe Ingredients

• Kosher salt
• 8 ounces of bow-tie pasta
• About 6 cups vegetable oil, for frying
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup finely grated fresh Parmesan
• One 24-ounce jar of marinara, heated, for serving

How To Make Pioneer Woman Faster Pasta

1. Boil the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow-tie pasta and cook for about 1 minute less than the package directions for al dente.
2. Cool and dry the pasta: Drain the pasta and spread it in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Let it cool completely, then pat it dry with paper towels.
3. Heat the oil: Pour about 2 inches of oil into a large Dutch oven and heat it over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 375°F (190°C).
4. Make the seasoning: While the oil heats, combine the basil, thyme, rosemary, oregano, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a spice grinder. Blend until finely ground.
5. Fry the pasta: Working in three batches, carefully fry the pasta for 2–3 minutes per batch, until it is golden brown and crisp.
6. Season and serve: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the hot, fried pasta to a paper towel-lined bowl to drain. Immediately sprinkle with some of the seasoning mix and toss. Repeat with the remaining pasta. Transfer the seasoned pasta to a serving platter, top with the grated Parmesan, and serve with warm marinara for dipping.

Recipe Tips

• How do I get the pasta extra crispy? The two most important steps are to dry the pasta thoroughly after boiling and to maintain a steady oil temperature of 375°F. Any moisture on the pasta will cause the oil to splatter and will prevent the pasta from getting truly crispy.
• Why do I need to fry in batches? Frying in small batches is essential. Adding too much pasta to the pot at once will cause the oil temperature to drop significantly, which will result in soggy, greasy pasta instead of a light and crispy snack.
• Why season the pasta while it’s hot? Tossing the pasta with the seasoning mix immediately after it comes out of the hot oil is key. The residual oil on the surface helps the fine seasoning powder stick to every nook and cranny.
• Can I use a different pasta shape? Yes, this method works well with other sturdy, shaped pastas like rotini, penne, or rigatoni.

What To Serve With Faster Pasta

This unique snack is perfect with its marinara dipping sauce. For a party, you could also offer other dips like:

• A creamy ranch or garlic aioli
• A warm, spicy cheese sauce (queso)
• A fresh pesto dip

How To Store Faster Pasta

Room Temperature: Store the cooled fried pasta in an airtight container at room temperature. It will stay crispy for up to 3 days. Reheat: If the pasta loses some of its crispness, you can refresh it in a 350°F (175°C) oven or an air fryer for a few minutes.

Faster Pasta Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 269.3 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 7g
• Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Sodium: 450mg

Nutrition information is estimated per serving and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Try More Recipes:

• Pioneer Woman Peanut Chicken Pasta Recipe
• Pioneer Woman Steakhouse Pasta Recipe
• Pioneer Woman Fried Pasta Recipe