SPAGHETTI WITH SICILIAN PESTO

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A bold sauce incorporating the flavors of Sicily like raisins, anchovies, and capers coat the long strands of spaghetti in this easy weeknight dinner. Almonds, Parmesan, and olive oil step in to temper the bite of the more assertive ingredients, resulting in a delightfully sweet-and-sour flavor profile.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 red bell pepper
1 1/2 pounds tomatoes (5 medium), cored and quartered
5 anchovies, rinsed and patted dry
3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons golden raisins
1/3 cup toasted blanched almonds, plus more, chopped, for serving
2 1/2 ounces Parmesan, grated, plus more for serving
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound spaghetti
Fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Roast pepper over a gas flame, turning, until blackened, about 8 minutes. (Or blacken under broiler.) Transfer to a bowl; cover with plastic wrap. Let stand 10 minutes. Remove skin, stem, ribs, and seeds. Tear into 2-inch pieces. Puree in a blender with tomatoes, anchovies, capers, raisins, almonds, cheese, and oil; season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of generously salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain pasta and return to pot.
  • Add pepper mixture, then reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until sauce evenly coats pasta. Serve, topped with cheese, almonds, and parsley, and drizzled with oil.

Twee Sosa
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I can't wait to try this recipe with different types of pasta.


Kiggwe Noah
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This dish is a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients.


Sk Fahad
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The pesto is the perfect addition to this dish. It adds so much flavor and complexity.


Hesse Beers
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Md Shahin Mia
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but this recipe is a game-changer. The Sicilian pesto is so flavorful and well-balanced.


stewart horgan
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti.


Idrees Motasim
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorites.


Imran Kham
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This dish is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing.


Connie Barnard
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I love the bright green color of the pesto. It makes the dish look so inviting.


David Cosloff
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This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.


Ashur Manen
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. I highly recommend it!


Mulwanyi David
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The pesto is the star of this dish. It's so flavorful and versatile. I can't wait to try it on other dishes.


Dildar Shah
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I'm impressed with how authentic this dish tastes. It's like I'm eating in a restaurant in Sicily.


Twinomugisha Henry
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover spaghetti.


Suku Adhikari
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I'm not usually a fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. The Sicilian pesto is so flavorful and well-balanced.


Itx inoxcent Bacha
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I особенно люблю песто, который очень пикантный и ароматный.


thaa Endjala
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The pesto is so fresh and herbaceous, and the spaghetti provides a nice chewy texture.


Watenga Hassan
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The Sicilian pesto was flavorful and bright, and the spaghetti cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.