**Giada's Fusilli with Pecorino Romano and Black Pepper: A Simple Yet Flavorful Italian Classic**
A culinary journey awaits as we delve into Giada's Fusilli with Pecorino Romano and Black Pepper, a delectable pasta dish that embodies the essence of Italian simplicity and bold flavors. This delectable dish combines the richness of Pecorino Romano cheese, the piquant notes of black pepper, and the delicate texture of fusilli pasta to create a harmonious symphony of tastes. In this comprehensive guide, we'll embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the intricacies of this classic recipe and uncover the secrets behind its irresistible appeal. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of balancing flavors, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your Fusilli with Pecorino Romano and Black Pepper turns out perfectly every time. Along the way, we'll also introduce you to a variety of complementary recipes that will enhance your dining experience and leave your taste buds tantalized. So, prepare your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary expedition that will transport you to the heart of Italy, one bite at a time!
GIADA'S FUSILLI WITH PECORINO ROMANO AND BLACK PEPPER
My daughter and I saw Giada whip this up her show, Giada At Home. My daughter insisted we make it for dinner and boy am I glad we did. We all enjoyed it very much. The smooth and creamy sauce is seasoned perfectly and a bit spicy with pepper. I didn't add any extra salt because the grated cheese tends to add enough salt for me. I cut back on the pepper just a bit but it is necessary so be sure to add it.
Provided by Chicagoland Chef du
Categories European
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender but still firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Reserve 3/4 cup of the cooking liquid, then drain the pasta.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Remove the garlic and discard. Add the spinach and 2 teaspoons pepper, and cook until the spinach has wilted, about 1 minute.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and add the pasta. Add the Pecorino Romano cheese and 2 teaspoons each salt and pepper, and toss until coated. *I did not add salt.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the reserved cooking liquid and the mascarpone cheese until smooth. Pour over the pasta and toss until coated. Season with salt, if desired.
- Transfer the pasta to a large bowl and serve.
- Serve with sliced summer tomatoes and a crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 558.9, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 38.8, Carbohydrate 88.5, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 3.2, Protein 16.3
LINGUINE WITH BUTTER, PECORINO, ARUGULA AND BLACK PEPPER
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the linguine and cook until it is al dente, stirring frequently, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
- Immediately toss the hot pasta in a large bowl with the butter to coat. While tossing the linguine, gradually sprinkle the cheese, pepper, and enough of the reserved cooking liquid evenly over the linguine to moisten. Add the arugula and toss to combine. Season the pasta, to taste, with salt. Divide the pasta among 6 plates and serve.
PECORINO CRACKERS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 24 crackers
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine the cheese, salt, pepper, and cayenne in a medium bowl and stir to combine. Add the butter. Using a hand mixer, beat the cheese mixture and butter until combined. Add the flour 1/4 cup at a time, mixing only until incorporated and the mixture holds together.
- Place tablespoon-sized balls of the dough on 1 or 2 parchment paper-lined baking sheets, tapping the dough down gently with your fingertips. Bake until just beginning to brown at the edges, about 15 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Transfer to a serving plate.
FUSILLI WITH PESTO AND GREEN BEANS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Sprinkle generously with salt. Add the pasta and cook 1 minute less than the package instructions, about 5 minutes. Drain well, reserving 1/3 cup of pasta water.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and shallots with 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook for 1 minute. Add the green beans and another 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring often, until the beans are just cooked through, about 4 minutes. Stir in the peas and cook another minute to warm through. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the reserved water. Top the bare pasta with the Parmesan and add the pesto. Toss well to coat. Dollop the ricotta over the top and serve.
PASTA WITH PECORINO AND PEPPER
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 2 dinner servings, 3 appetizer servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the peppercorns in a mortar and pestle and crush them until you have a mixture of coarse and fine bits. (You can also grind them in a small food mill or coffee grinder.) Set aside.
- Fill a large, heavy-bottomed pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon salt and the pasta and cook according to the directions on the package until al dente. Ladle 1 cup of the pasta cooking water into a glass measuring cup and reserve it. Drain the pasta quickly in a colander and return the pasta to the pot with a lot of the pasta water still dripping.
- Working quickly, with the heat on very low, toss the pasta with 1/2 cup of the grated Pecorino, the crushed peppercorns, cream, butter, parsley, and 1 teaspoon salt, tossing constantly. If the pasta seems dry, add some of the reserved cooking water. Off the heat, toss in the remaining 1/2 cup Pecorino. Serve immediately with a big bowl of extra grated Pecorino for sprinkling.
WHOLE-GRAIN SPAGHETTI WITH PECORINO, PROSCIUTTO AND PEPPER (FALL)
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking: Heat a small, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the peppercorns and toast for about 20 to 30 seconds. Add the oil and cook for 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Drain the pasta reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Transfer the spaghetti to a large serving bowl. Add 1 cup of the pecorino and toss to combine, gradually adding reserved pasta water, if needed, to loosen up the pasta. Add the oil mixture, prosciutto, 2 tablespoons of parsley, and 2 tablespoons of basil. Toss well to combine all ingredients.
- Garnish with the remaining pecorino, parsley, and basil.
FUSILLI WITH SPICY PESTO
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 54m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the pesto: In a food processor, combine the walnuts, garlic, jalapeno, cheese, salt and pepper. Process until the mixture is smooth. Add the spinach and arugula and process until blended. With the machine running, gradually add the olive oil.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water. Place the cooked pasta and pesto in a large serving bowl. Toss well and thin out the sauce with a little pasta water, if needed.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish with Asiago cheese shavings and serve.
- *Cook's Note: For a milder pesto, remove the seeds from the jalapeno pepper.
SPAGHETTI WITH PECORINO AND BLACK PEPPER
Grated Pecorino Romano's intense, peppery flavor emboldens this simple spaghetti dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water. Drain pasta; return to pot.
- To pasta in pot, add 1 cup reserved pasta water. Gradually add 1 cup Pecorino, tossing constantly with tongs until cheese is melted; add pepper. Toss to coat pasta lightly; if desired, gradually add a little more pasta water to thin. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g
Tips:
- Use a large pot to cook the pasta so that it has plenty of room to move around.
- Bring the water to a rapid boil before adding the pasta.
- Stir the pasta occasionally while it is cooking to prevent it from sticking together.
- Reserve some of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta. This water can be used to adjust the consistency of the sauce.
- Add the grated Pecorino Romano cheese to the pasta while it is still hot so that it melts and coats the pasta.
- Season the pasta with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve the pasta immediately topped with additional grated Pecorino Romano cheese.
Conclusion:
Giada's Fusilli with Pecorino Romano and Black Pepper is a simple but delicious pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of creamy cheese, spicy black pepper, and tender pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is also very versatile and can be easily customized to your liking. For example, you can add some cooked vegetables, such as broccoli or peas, to the pasta. You can also use a different type of cheese, such as Parmesan or Asiago. No matter how you choose to make it, Giada's Fusilli with Pecorino Romano and Black Pepper is sure to be a hit.
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