Angel hair pasta with anchovy sauce is a classic Italian dish that is both flavorful and easy to prepare. The delicate flavor of the angel hair pasta pairs perfectly with the salty, briny flavor of the anchovies, creating a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is a great way to use up leftover anchovies, and it can be made in just a few minutes. Serve it with a side of crusty bread to soak up all of the delicious sauce.
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ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH ANCHOVY SAUCE
Don't tell anyone there is anchovies in this. They will never know since they dissolve and leave behind a wonderful flavor. Serve with a tossed salad and crusty Italian bread for a complete meal.
Provided by threeovens
Categories Spaghetti
Time 10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium low heat, add garlic and cook about 30 seconds.
- Add anchovies along with the oil in the can, stir, cook 2 minutes (they will dissolve).
- Season with pepper to taste and pour over pasta and toss.
- Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.3, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 6, Sodium 263.1, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1, Protein 9.5
FIERY ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
- Stir the oil, parsley, lemon juice and lemon peel in a large serving bowl. Add the cooked pasta and toss with enough reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, to moisten. Season the pasta with salt and red pepper flakes, to taste. Sprinkle grated lemon peel over pasta for extra flavor and texture. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and serve.
- Combine the oil and crushed red pepper flakes in a heavy small saucepan. Cook over low heat until a thermometer inserted into the oil registers 180 degrees F, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Cool to room temperature, about 2 hours. Transfer the oil and pepper flakes to a 4-ounce bottle. Seal the lid. Refrigerate up to 1 month.
- Yield: 2 cups
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Inactive Prep Time: 2 hours
PUTTANESCA WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions for al dente. Drain, toss with some oil and keep warm.
- Drain the tomatoes into a large bowl and reserve the juice. Roughly crush the tomatoes with your hands.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic, anchovies and chile flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is lightly golden, about 3 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are soft and begin to lose their shape, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the olives, capers and reserved tomato juice. Continue to simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have blended, about 10 minutes more.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the parsley and remaining 1 tablespoon oil and toss well. Season with salt and pepper and serve with Parmesan.
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DELICIOUS ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Angel hair pasta cooked and served with essentially a hot pasta salad dressing and cheese. I came up with this recipe as I could not find anything to eat, so I went through my spice cabinet and refrigerator, found these ingredients and threw them together. Serve with fresh chopped tomato.
Provided by Caleb1993
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 20m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil; cook the angel hair pasta in boiling water until the pasta has cooked through yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pimentos, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, 1 tablespoon parsley, basil, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder to the oil and stir; cook until the herbs are heated and fragrant. Stir the Parmesan cheese into the mixture. Add the pasta to the skillet and toss to evenly coat with the seasonings. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with remaining parsley, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.9 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Cholesterol 13.2 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 353.6 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
GARLIC ANGEL HAIR PASTA
From Dalhart, Texas, Denise Baumert serves up a savory side dish with wonderful garlic flavor. "I add the cloves to the noodles as they are cooking for fast and flavorful results," she explains. At only 11¢ a serving, this pleasing pasta is a thrifty accompaniment to most any lunch or dinner.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions, adding garlic to the water. Drain; discard garlic. , Transfer pasta to a serving bowl; add butter. Toss gently until butter is melted. Add the Parmesan, chives and garlic salt if desired; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PASTA WITH 15-MINUTE GARLIC, OIL, AND ANCHOVY SAUCE
This version of aglio e olio (garlic and oil) sauce includes anchovies, red pepper flakes, and freshly toasted breadcrumbs, which add great flavor and a little crunch.
Provided by Mindy Fox
Categories Pasta Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Parmesan Anchovy Small Plates
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook spaghettini in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain, reserving 3 Tbsp. pasta cooking liquid.
- Meanwhile, cook anchovies, garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 cup oil, and a pinch of salt in a large skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until anchovies dissolve and garlic is tender, 6-7 minutes (do not brown). Stir in parsley, then remove from heat.
- While anchovy sauce is cooking, heat remaining 3 Tbsp. oil in a small skillet over medium. Add panko and cook, stirring often, until golden, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to paper towels to cool.
- Return pasta to pot. Stir in reserved pasta cooking liquid, then anchovy sauce and half of the panko mixture. Cook over medium, stirring constantly, until heated through, 1-2 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with Parmesan and remaining panko mixture.
ANGEL HAIR PASTA IN GARLIC SAUCE
A dish that can be served plain, or add sauted shrimp, or whatever else you can think of. The basic recipe is good. We enjoy it plain too.
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on package.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
- Saute parsley and garlic in oil.
- Drain pasta well and mix with garlic mixture; top with cheese.
- Serve with pepper.
Tips:
- Use good quality anchovies. Fresh, oil-packed anchovies will give the sauce the best flavor.
- Don't overcook the anchovies. They should just be cooked through, not crispy.
- Use a good quality pasta. Angel hair pasta is a classic choice for this dish, but you can also use spaghetti or linguine.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the pasta. This will prevent the pasta from cooking evenly.
- Season the pasta water generously. This will help to flavor the pasta as it cooks.
- Serve the pasta immediately with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. This will help to enhance the flavor of the dish.
Conclusion:
Angel hair pasta with anchovy sauce is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. The salty, briny flavor of the anchovies pairs perfectly with the delicate flavor of the angel hair pasta. This dish is also very versatile and can be easily customized to your own taste. For example, you can add chopped capers, olives, or sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce. You can also use a different type of pasta, such as spaghetti or linguine. No matter how you choose to make it, angel hair pasta with anchovy sauce is sure to be a hit.
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