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104 Reviews

Gavin's Orecchiette With Basil Kale Pesto & Ricotta

Option 1 Label: Serves 1

A Fresh Take on a Classic Italian Favourite

“This pesto is my way of keeping pasta both comforting and nourishing — I’ve added kale to the basil to give it a depth of flavour and goodness.” – Gavin

Gavin’s orecchiette pasta is tossed through a vibrant green pesto made with fresh basil and sautéed kale, lifted with garlic, then finished with Paesanella ricotta, crunchy toasted pepitas, and a sprinkle of aged parmesan. The “little ear” shape of orecchiette holds the pesto beautifully, giving you that perfect bite every time.

It’s the kind of dish that feels indulgent and wholesome, quick to heat, full of flavour, and made with the same care Gavin puts into meals at home for his family. Perfect hot for dinner, or just as delicious cold the next day for lunch, this pasta is a simple, satisfying way to enjoy real Italian cooking without the fuss.

Made with ❤️ by Gavin

Preparation Instructions

Option 1: (from frozen) - Place pasta into microwave and heat for 4-6 minutes or until warm.

Option 2: Defrost pasta overnight and heat for 2-3 minutes or until warm.

Ingredients & Allergens

Ingredients: Pasta (durum wheat flour), kale, basil, pepita (pumpkin seeds), parmesan, garlic, lemon, olive oil, vegetable oil, salt, pepper

Contains: Milk, Gluten

Serving Size, Spice & Suggestions

🍴 Serves one

🥖 Best served with crusty bread

🌶️ Spice Level -Not spicy

About Your Cook

Growing up, I was always cooking and creating in the kitchen with my mother, growing fresh produce in our garden, experimenting with dishes at home, and was brought up eating kale, spinach and humous before they were well-known foods!

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Storage & Delivery

This dish has been handmade with love in small batches by Gavin, before being freshly frozen for your convenience.

Keep frozen for up to 2 months from purchase, once thawed keep refrigerated and serve within 48 hours.

We deliver across NSW, VIC, SA, ACT and QLD. To check if we deliver to you enter your postcode and suburb in the delivery checker at the top of our page. ☝🏻

Perfect For....
  • A nourishing dinner when you want something quick but homemade
  • Taking to the office as a cold pasta salad that still feels special
  • Stocking your freezer with easy vegetarian meals that actually taste great
  • Enjoying a lighter take on a classic pesto pasta with a boost of greens
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Freshly Frozen for Your Convenience
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FAQ's

You can absolutely enjoy it both ways. The basil kale pesto keeps its flavour when chilled, and the orecchiette holds its texture. Many customers love it hot for dinner, then cold the next day as an easy lunch.

The kale adds an earthy richness while boosting the nutritional value. It’s sautéed first to mellow the flavour, then blended with basil so you still get that classic freshness — just with extra depth and goodness.

Orecchiette, or “little ears,” is perfect for pesto. Its curved shape naturally cups the sauce, cheese, and pepitas so every forkful is full of flavour and texture.

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 104 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 90 Total 4 star reviews: 11 Total 3 star reviews: 2 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 1
97%would recommend these products
104 reviews
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    FoodSt
    2 weeks ago

    We are so happy you loved it D!

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    Jane B.
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    1 month ago
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    Gavin's Five Spiced Pork & Rice
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Wonderful

    This was delicious. One of THE best frozen meals I have ever eaten. So tasty - loved the spicing, the consistency of the meat, the sauce - everything about this dish was great. Thank you so much. I could taste that it had been made by a real person - and this real person really enjoyed it.

    FoodSt
    3 weeks ago

    Hi Jane,

    Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're absolutely thrilled that Gavin's Five Spiced Pork & Rice hit all the right notes for you - the spicing, the meat texture, and the sauce. Your comment about tasting that it was made by a real person really warms our hearts, that's exactly what we're all about! So happy you loved it :)

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    Meryl A.
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    1 month ago
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    Delicious Love it

    Love it tastes wonderful

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    2 months ago
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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    Kim P.
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    2 months ago
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    I enjoyed this dish very much.

    Beautiful flavour, and good portion size.

    Good healthy meal.

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Delivery Information

Delivery Information

We proudly deliver across NSW, ACT, VIC, SA and QLD. All orders are delivered in Eco-friendly Silversheen Liners and Recyclable Boxes with ice packs.

Delivery dates and rates are dependant on your location. Please check your delivery dates int he delivery checker at the top of the page.

We proudly deliver across NSW, ACT, VIC, SA and QLD. All orders are delivered in Eco-friendly Silversheen Liners and Recyclable Boxes with ice packs.

Delivery dates and rates are dependant on your location. Please check your delivery dates int he delivery checker at the top of the page.

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