Best 7 Spicy Spaghetti With Pancetta And Toasted Bread Crumbs Recipes

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Spaghetti with pancetta and toasted breadcrumbs is a vibrant and flavorful dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its combination of savory, spicy, and crispy textures. This classic Italian dish is elevated with the addition of spicy red pepper flakes and toasted breadcrumbs, which provide a delightful contrast to the richness of the pancetta and the tender spaghetti. Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or a regular weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress with its bold and satisfying flavors.

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SPICY SPAGHETTI WITH PANCETTA AND TOASTED BREAD CRUMBS



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The classic Italian cheese and pepper pasta (cacio e pepe) gets a mouthwatering makeover with this quick and delicious dish - add cheesy, spicy bread crumbs to pasta cooked in broth, then top with pancetta for a pasta course that's molto delizioso!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 lb uncooked spaghetti, broken in half
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
3 oz diced pancetta (2/3 cup)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepan, heat spaghetti and broth just to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until al dente and liquid is almost completely absorbed. Remove from heat; let pasta stand 1 minute.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add pancetta; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp. Add garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir 1 minute. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until toasted. Remove from heat; set aside.
  • Stir cheese and parsley into pasta. Divide pasta among 4 plates; top with pancetta mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700, Carbohydrate 97 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1640 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

SPAGHETTI WITH OLIVES AND BREAD CRUMBS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound spaghetti
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2/3 cup seasoned dried bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon sea salt, plus more for seasoning
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
3/4 cup pitted and roughly chopped black olives (recommended: kalamata)
3/4 cup pitted and roughly chopped large green olives (recommended: Bella Di Cerignola)
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

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, about 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the bread crumbs and 1/4 teaspoon each of the sea salt and pepper. Stirring constantly, cook the breadcrumbs until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water. Stir the pasta into the bread crumb mixture. Remove the pan from the heat and add the black and green olives. Add the Parmesan cheese and 3 tablespoons of the parsley. Season the pasta with salt and pepper, to taste. Gently toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water, if needed, to loosen the pasta. Transfer to a large serving bowl and garnish with the remaining parsley.

SPICY LEMON SPAGHETTI WITH LOBSTER AND TOASTED BREADCRUMBS



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped to a paste
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 lemon, zested
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound #8 or # 9 spaghetti
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped to a paste
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried Calabrian chile flakes (depending on how spicy you like it)
6 anchovy fillets in oil, patted dry and finely chopped
1 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, plus 1 lemon, zested, and additional zest for serving (optional)
1 1/2 sticks cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 1/2 pounds chopped steamed lobster meat
1/4 cup torn basil leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, plus more for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the mixture begins to shimmer. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until soft and lightly golden brown, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the breadcrumbs, salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and toasted, about 5 minutes; stir in the lemon zest. Transfer to a plate in an even layer. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt and the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until just slightly under al dente, about 7 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and drain.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil in a large high-sided skillet over medium heat until it begins to shimmer. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the chile flakes and cook, stirring, 1 minute longer. Add the anchovy and stir constantly until it melts into the oil, about 1 minute longer.
  • Increase the heat to high, add the wine and cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and bring to a simmer. Add the butter, piece by piece, whisking in each addition until smooth.
  • Add the pasta to the skillet and toss with tongs to coat. Add the lobster and some of the reserved pasta water, as needed, to thin the sauce. Add the basil, the 1/4 cup parsley, and the zest from 1 lemon and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the pasta to a large shallow serving bowl and sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top. Garnish with more lemon zest and chopped parsley, if desired, and serve.

SHEET-PAN SPICY ROASTED BROCCOLI PASTA



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Think of this as the sheet-pan version of a classic, cheese-covered pasta bake. It has all the elements of the usual casserole - the pasta and vegetables tossed with ricotta and topped with Parmesan-dusted bread crumbs. But because all the ingredients are spread out on a sheet pan instead of being piled into a baking dish, everything browns, which in turn means more crunch and crisp edges. First, the broccoli is roasted until it softens and browns. Then, the other ingredients are spooned on top, and everything is quickly baked, making for a speedy, vegetarian weeknight meal. It's worth seeking out really good ricotta here. With so few ingredients, every one makes a difference.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 pounds broccoli, cut into bite-size florets
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed
1 teaspoon cumin seeds (optional)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
12 ounces chiocciole or other tube-shaped pasta
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces best quality, whole milk ricotta
Fresh lemon juice, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss together broccoli, oil, cumin (if using), 3/4 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes. Roast until tender and browned at the edges, 18 to 25 minutes, tossing halfway through. Remove from oven and set oven to broil.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • In a small bowl, stir together Parmesan, panko, lemon zest, a pinch of salt and the black pepper.
  • Toss cooked pasta with broccoli on baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then dollop with ricotta. Sprinkle with Parmesan mix, drizzle generously with oil, and broil until topping is crisped and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with lemon juice to taste, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 676, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 89 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 660 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

SPICY EGGPLANT AND PASTA WITH PANCETTA



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Eggplant has its fans and its detractors. Even the most devoutly anti-eggplant zealot can't resist this savory combination of spicy eggplant, pancetta, and pasta.

Provided by Andrew Bleiman

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ pound pancetta bacon, diced
1 eggplant, diced
1 (28 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 (10.5 ounce) container cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup red wine
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons ground black pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
1 pinch white sugar, or to taste
1 pinch ground white pepper, or to taste
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta; cook until browned on the edges, about 5 minutes. Add eggplant and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil; cook until eggplant is slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour marinara sauce, tomatoes, and wine into the skillet. Add red pepper flakes, black pepper, garlic salt, sugar, and white pepper. Stir and cover. Let sauce simmer until flavors combine, about 20 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain; mix with the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 calories, Carbohydrate 81 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 1037.8 mg, Sugar 16.2 g

PASTA WITH GARLIC OIL AND TOASTED BREAD CRUMBS



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This recipe was in a 2000 Chef's Illustrated magazine. It's different than most pasta recipes with garlic oil, and so yummy! It takes a little longer to prepare, but it's worth it. Don't be afraid to toast the crumbs until dark brown. The crunchier the better!

Provided by MailbagMary

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb linguine or 1 lb spaghetti
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus
1 teaspoon salt, for sauce (for pasta)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 ounce parmesan cheese, grated (about 2 tablespoons)
3 medium garlic cloves, minced-appox. 1T
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup dry vermouth
ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to middle position, place large oven-safe serving bowl on rack, and heat oven to 200 degrees. Prepare pasta according to directions on package, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking water before draining.
  • Heat butter in heavy-bottomed 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until foaming. Add bread crumbs and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, toasted, and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer crumbs to small bowl and mix in cheese and 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; set aside. Wipe out now-empty skillet with large wad of paper towels.
  • Mix remaining minced garlic with 1 teaspoon water. Heat olive oil, garlic, and pepper flakes in cleaned skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add vermouth, reserved pasta cooking water, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; cook to blend flavors, about 1 minute longer. Toss pasta and sauce in warm serving bowl; sprinkle bread crumbs over and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 626, Fat 19.5, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 10.8, Sodium 1565.8, Carbohydrate 91.4, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.7, Protein 17.3

SPAGHETTI WITH GARLICKY BREAD CRUMBS AND ANCHOVIES



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This is a take on a classic dish from Southern Italy that tosses pasta with toasted, seasoned bread crumbs called pangrattatto. In this version, the bread crumbs are sautéed in olive oil with garlic and anchovies until golden and crisp, and the pasta is coated with egg yolks, hot sauce and Asian fish sauce for creaminess and depth. You can make the bread crumbs up to 3 hours ahead; longer than that and you risk letting them go soggy. Use good-quality bread crumbs here, either homemade or purchased from a bakery. The next best choice is panko, Japanese bread crumbs that you can find in large supermarkets. If you have any of the pangrattatto mixture left over, store it in the refrigerator and give it a brief sauté to revive it before using.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed
12 anchovies, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup good dried bread crumbs
Black pepper and kosher salt, as needed
1 pound spaghetti
2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce (optional)
1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco, or to taste
1/2 cup roughly chopped parsley
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, warm oil. Add anchovies, garlic and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Stir in bread crumbs and cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Season liberally with black pepper, and a little salt if needed.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions; drain well, reserving some of the pasta water (about 1/2 cup is plenty).
  • In a large, preferably warmed bowl, stir together egg yolks, fish sauce, hot sauce and 2 tablespoons pasta water. Add hot pasta and toss well, adding more pasta water if the mixture looks dry or unevenly yellow. You want the yolk to evenly coat the pasta but you don't want it to be soupy. Add bread crumb mixture and parsley and toss well. Season with plenty of black pepper, and salt to taste. Drizzle pasta with more oil just before serving and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 744, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 107 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 661 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will be. Use fresh, flavorful vegetables, high-quality pancetta, and a good quality olive oil.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the pancetta and vegetables, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the food from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to stick to the pan.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: Al dente pasta is cooked through but still has a slight bite to it. This is the perfect texture for spaghetti with pancetta and toasted bread crumbs.
  • Toast the bread crumbs until golden brown: Toasted bread crumbs add a nice crunch and flavor to the dish. Make sure to toast them until they are golden brown, but not burnt.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil, add a nice pop of color and flavor to the dish. Garnish with fresh herbs just before serving.

Conclusion:

Spicy spaghetti with pancetta and toasted bread crumbs is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of spicy peppers, salty pancetta, and crispy bread crumbs is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve with a side of salad and a glass of your favorite wine for a complete meal.

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