Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/2 lb Farfalle pasta (bow ties)
• 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 bunches Scallions, cut into 3-inch julienne
• 3/4 cup Bottled hot or medium salsa
• 4 oz Jack cheese, shredded or Montery Jack cheese

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a large saucepan, boil salted water, and cook the farfalle pasta according to the package label until it reaches an al dente texture.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the scallions in batches until they become crisp and start to brown, approximately 2 minutes for each batch. Place the fried scallions on paper towels to drain excess oil.
3. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and return it to the saucepan. Add the salsa and shredded Jack cheese, tossing the ingredients together to coat the pasta thoroughly.
4. Transfer the dressed pasta to a serving bowl.
5. Top the pasta with the fried scallions for added texture and flavor.
6. Enjoy your delicious Farfalle pasta with crispy scallions and cheese!

Note: The nutritional information provided at the end is not relevant to the instructions. It appears to be nutritional data, which can be ignored for the purpose of making the dish.

Here are some variations of the Farfalle pasta recipe with crispy scallions and cheese:

1. Mushroom and Spinach Farfalle: Add sautéed mushrooms and fresh baby spinach to the pasta along with the salsa and cheese. The earthy flavor of mushrooms and the freshness of spinach will complement the dish.
2. Creamy Avocado Farfalle: Mash a ripe avocado and mix it with the salsa to create a creamy avocado sauce. Toss the cooked pasta in this sauce and top it with shredded Jack cheese and crispy scallions for a delightful twist.
3. Spicy Shrimp Farfalle: Cook some shrimp in a hot and spicy sauce separately. Add the cooked shrimp to the pasta along with the salsa and shredded cheese. The combination of shrimp and salsa will give the dish a zesty kick.
4. Chicken and Broccoli Farfalle: Cook some diced chicken and blanched broccoli florets separately. Mix them with the pasta, salsa, and shredded cheese for a hearty and satisfying meal.
5. Greek Farfalle Salad: Use a Greek vinaigrette instead of salsa as the dressing for the pasta. Add chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and red onions to the pasta for a refreshing Mediterranean-inspired dish.
6. Mexican Farfalle: Replace the regular salsa with a chunky tomato and corn salsa. Add black beans, diced avocado, and cilantro to the pasta for a flavorful and colorful Mexican twist.
7. Pesto Farfalle: Instead of salsa, toss the cooked pasta in a homemade or store-bought pesto sauce. Sprinkle shredded Parmesan cheese and crispy scallions over the pasta for added depth of flavor.
8. Italian Farfalle: Use a tomato-based marinara sauce instead of salsa. Add cooked Italian sausage or meatballs along with some sautéed bell peppers and onions for a classic Italian touch.
9. Asian-inspired Farfalle: Replace the salsa with a mixture of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Add some cooked chicken or tofu and top the pasta with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.