Jul 14 2026
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Spaghetti Don Alfonso 1890 Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Don Alfonso Spaghetti Selection with rich tomato basil coulis, grated parmesan cheese and a hint of fresh lemon zest

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Garnish

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Cooking the Spaghetti

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Draining the Pasta

    Once cooked, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the spaghetti in a colander.

Tomato Basil Coulis Preparation

  1. 3

    Sautéing the Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 4

    Cooking the Tomatoes

    Add the diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes to the skillet. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until the tomatoes break down and form a sauce.

  3. 5

    Incorporating the Basil

    Stir in the chopped basil and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Combining and Serving

  1. 6

    Mixing the Pasta and Coulis

    Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the tomato basil coulis. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired sauce consistency.

  2. 7

    Garnishing the Dish

    Plate the spaghetti and top with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh lemon zest for a bright finish.

  3. 8

    Serving

    Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the rich flavors of the dish.

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