Calling all pasta lovers! Discover the vibrant flavors of Adi Giovannetti's Pasta alla Checca, a delightful linguine dish infused with the freshness of herbs and the tang of tomatoes. This culinary journey takes you through two tantalizing recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic Italian dish. Dive into the simplicity of the original Pasta alla Checca, where the harmonious blend of herbs, garlic, and tomatoes creates a symphony of flavors. Then, embark on a flavor adventure with the innovative Pasta alla Checca with Burrata, where creamy burrata cheese adds a luscious touch to the herbaceous goodness. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Adi Giovannetti's Pasta alla Checca.
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ALLA CHECCA
A wonderful recipe for an uncooked sauce made with fresh garden tomatoes and you don't have to cook a thing except for the pasta!
Provided by Star Pooley
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 2h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil in a non-metal bowl. Stir in salt. Cover with plastic wrap. Allow to sit at room temperature at least 2 hours, or as long as 10 hours.
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain. Pour uncooked sauce over hot pasta, and toss. Add grated Parmesan cheese to your liking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 609.7 calories, Carbohydrate 69.4 g, Cholesterol 85.1 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 76.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
SPAGHETTINI WITH CHECCA SAUCE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 23m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, tender but still firm to the bite, stirring often, about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the next 7 ingredients in a food processor. Pulse just until the tomatoes are coarsely chopped (do not puree).
- Drain the pasta, reserving some of the pasta water. Toss the pasta with the tomato mixture and fresh mozzarella in a large bowl. Add some of the reserved pasta water (about 1/4 cup) if the sauce looks dry. Serve immediately.
LINGUINE WITH FRESH HERBS
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories easy, quick, pastas, main course
Time 30m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Combine olive oil and garlic in a small saucepan, and turn the heat to medium-low. Cook gently, just until the garlic begins to color, then remove from the heat. Meanwhile, wash and mince the herbs. Place them in a bowl large enough to hold the pasta. Cut the butter into bits, if you're using it, and add it to the bowl.
- Salt water, and cook pasta until tender but not mushy. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain pasta and toss with herbs and reserved olive oil-garlic mixture. Add a little more olive oil or some of the pasta water if the mixture seems dry. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 579, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 93 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 329 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
LINGUINI ALLA CECCA
This is a light, summery dinner with little preparation involved, and easy clean up. It came from an extremely old issue of Shape magazine (sorry, can't recall which issue!).
Provided by Moody
Categories European
Time 2h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Marinate tomatoes, oil garlic and basil together for 2 hours.
- Remove garlic.
- Add salt, pepper, and a little cayenne to taste.
- Toss with hot, drained linguini.
- (Marinate on countertop, so it will be at room temperature when serving on linguini).
ADI GIOVANETTI'S PASTA ALLA CHECCA (LINGUINE WITH FRESH HERBS)
Provided by Nancy Harmon Jenkins
Categories easy, quick, pastas, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Over medium heat, saute the chopped onion in the olive oil until onion is just golden brown. Remove from heat and add the tomatoes, juice and all. Crush the tomatoes slightly with a fork. Return to low heat and simmer until the sauce has thickened. Taste for seasoning and add salt and freshly ground black pepper if desired.
- While the sauce is cooking, wash and dry the arugula, discarding thick stems. Cut into thin ribbons and set aside.
- Bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add salt if desired and when water reboils, add pasta. Stir vigorously with a long-handled wooden spoon or fork to separate pasta strands and bring water quickly back to a boil.
- When pasta is done, drain quickly and turn into a warm serving bowl. Remove sauce from fire and add the arugola, stirring to mix well. Pour sauce over pasta and sprinkle with half the pecorino cheese. Serve immediately, passing the rest of the cheese separately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 494, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 644 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
Tips:
- Fresh herbs are the key to this dish. Use a variety of herbs, such as basil, parsley, mint, and oregano, to create a flavorful sauce.
- If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs. However, fresh herbs will give the sauce a more vibrant flavor.
- Don't overcook the pasta. Linguine should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Serve the pasta immediately with a generous grating of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Conclusion:
Pasta alla checca is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. The combination of fresh herbs, garlic, and olive oil creates a flavorful sauce that is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is also a great way to use up leftover herbs from your garden.
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