Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsCaldo VerdePaccheri Pasta With Calamari, Piennolo Tomatoes And Pistachio Recipe

Paccheri Pasta With Calamari, Piennolo Tomatoes And Pistachio Recipe

Inspired by Caldo Verde
Time30m
Serves4

paccheri con ragu di calamari, pomodorini del piennolo e pistacchi

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Seafood

Nuts

Condiments

Method

Cooking the Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add paccheri pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Preparing the Sauce

  1. 2

    Sauté the Ingredients

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add calamari and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to turn opaque.

  2. 3

    Add the Tomatoes

    Stir in the halved Piennolo tomatoes and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.

  3. 4

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked paccheri to the skillet, tossing gently to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Finishing Touches

  1. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and pistachios. Serve immediately, garnished with additional pistachios if desired.

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