Tagliolini Alla Granseola Recipe
squid ink pasta – crab – light spicy creamy tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
Method
Preparation and Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the tagliolini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of the pasta water.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Cream
Add the canned diced tomatoes to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir in the heavy cream and mix well.
- 4
Incorporate Crab Meat
Gently fold in the crab meat and let it heat through for about 2-3 minutes. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked tagliolini to the sauce, tossing gently to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat, stir in chopped fresh basil, and serve immediately, garnished with additional basil if desired.
