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PASTA AL DENTE RECIPE - FOOD.COM



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We are here to share with you the pleasure of preparing and eating pasta “al dente” (chewy), the way we do in Italy, where, oblivious of dietary fads, we enjoy it with great gusto an average of six days out of seven. Incidentally, al dente, is tastier and, scientifically proven, more digestible. Here are the seven recommendations for cooking pasta “Italian Style”:

Total Time 20 minutes

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

500 g pasta
4 liters boiling water

Steps:

  • We are here to share with you the pleasure of preparing and eating pasta “al dente” (chewy), the way we do in Italy, where, oblivious of dietary fads, we enjoy it with great gusto an average of six days out of seven. Incidentally, al dente, is tastier and, scientifically proven, more digestible.
  • Here are the seven recommendations for cooking pasta “Italian Style”:.
  • • Prepare the sauce of your choice in a deep, wide pan.
  • • Bring a pot of plenty of water to a boil. (4 litre for ea. 500g of pasta).
  • • Add sea salt to taste.
  • • Add the pasta to the water and stir occasionally while it cooks.
  • • Do not add oil to the water. It reduces the absorption of the sauce by the pasta. If you follow directions, good quality pasta does not stick together.
  • • Use the cooking time indicated on the package as a guideline, but taste it to determine if it is “al dente”. A whitish lining on the inside of the pasta means that it has not cooked enough. After the white lining disappears, it is the right texture and is ready to serve. Drain immediately, but do not rinse, pour pasta into the sauce and mix thoroughly over the heat.
  • • Sprinkle with good quality, freshly grated cheese.
  • In order not to spoil the dish it is essential to use only the best ingredients, starting with the pasta. After all, the difference between a gourmet’s healthy, tasty delight and a mediocre repast is only a few pennies.
  • A great dish of pasta is simplicity itself. Just use excellent ingredients, personalize your recipes and do not over-sauce or over-cook them.
  • We suggest not using more than 3-4 ingredients at a time.
  • Start by making the basic sauce (aglio, olio, peperoncino), which is chopped garlic sautéed or marinated in extra virgin olive oil, and chili pepper. It is the mother of all pasta sauces. It can also be used as a base to which you can add any ingredient you may like, giving variety to each meal.
  • Buon appetito,.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.8, FatContent 1.9, SaturatedFatContent 0.3, CholesterolContent 0, SodiumContent 37.5, CarbohydrateContent 93.3, FiberContent 4, SugarContent 3.3, ProteinContent 16.3

SPAGHETTI AL LIMONE WITH SHRIMP RECIPE - NYT COOKING



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There are many interpretations of the classic Italian pasta dish, spaghetti al limone, or spaghetti with lemon. Some call for an Alfredo-like sauce made with heavy cream, butter and Parmesan, while others rely on just olive oil, lemon juice, Parmesan and starchy pasta water. This particular recipe, which adds sautéed shrimp, white wine and fresh tarragon to the mix, leans toward the simpler preparation. Without the addition of heavy cream, the sauce has a brighter lemon flavor, which works beautifully with the delicate brininess of the shrimp. Tarragon adds a fragrant note and a bit of complexity to an otherwise fairly straightforward dish. Finally, if there were a time to spring for freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, this would be it. In an uncomplicated recipe like this one, the quality of each ingredient is paramount.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Total Time 25 minutes

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and black pepper
1 pound spaghetti
1 pound large shrimp (18 to 20 count), peeled and deveined, tails on or off 
1/4 cup olive oil
2 lemons, zested (about 1 1/2 packed tablespoons), plus 3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon, plus more for serving
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, diced
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente. Scoop out 1 cup of the cooking liquid, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  • While the pasta cooks, pat the shrimp dry and season them with salt and black pepper. Combine the olive oil, lemon zest (setting a few pinches aside for serving) and tarragon in a large skillet set over medium heat. When the oil begins to sizzle, cook for 1 more minute, until the zest and tarragon are fragrant but not browned.
  • Add the shrimp to the skillet and spread into an even layer. Cook for about 90 seconds on each side, or until just cooked through. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  • Add the wine, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper to the skillet, and bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the pan. Cook until the wine has reduced by about half, then set aside, off the heat, until the pasta has finished cooking.
  • Add the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Cook over medium-low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, tossing often, until the liquid that has collected at the bottom of the skillet has reduced slightly. (The sauce should still be fairly loose at this point.)
  • Off the heat, add the butter and 1/2 cup Parmesan, sprinkling the cheese evenly over the pasta. Toss until the butter and cheese are melted and the sauce is smooth. Add the lemon juice and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan and toss until the sauce is thick and smooth.
  • Add the shrimp, toss, then season with more salt and black pepper to taste. Divide among shallow bowls and garnish with chopped fresh tarragon, lemon zest and black pepper.

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