Maccheroni Con Aglio, Olio E Acciugi Recipe
Macaroni pasta with garlic, olive oil, and anchovies.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Bring 4 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
- 2
Add macaroni pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions (usually 8–10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Making the Sauce
- 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
- 5
Add anchovy fillets and stir, breaking them up with a spoon until they dissolve into the oil.
- 6
Add red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
Combining and Serving
- 7
Add the drained macaroni to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. If needed, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- 8
Cook together for 1–2 minutes to allow flavors to combine.
- 9
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
