BUCATINI WITH OLIVES, SUN-DRIED TOMATOES, AND BASIL

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Bucatini with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Basil image

Provided by Nancy Silverton

Categories     Olive     Pasta     Tomato     Basil     Boil

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
12 ounces bucatini
3/4 cup black olive tapenade
3 cups basil leaves (from about 1 large bunch)
1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
24 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and torn into bite-size pieces (heaping 1/2 cup)
High-quality extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Parmigiano-Reggiano wedge, for shaving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat and add a generous amount of kosher salt. Stir in the bucatini, return the water to a boil, and cook the pasta, stirring occasionally to prevent the strands from sticking together, until it's al dente. (Since cooking times vary, for perfectly cooked pasta, refer to the package instructions for the recommended time and taste the pasta frequently while it cooks.)
  • Put the tapenade in a large skillet.
  • Drain the pasta and quickly add it, still dripping with water, to the skillet with the tapenade. Place the skillet over medium heat and cook the pasta, gently stirring to coat the pasta with the tapenade, until it's warmed through, about 1 minute.
  • Turn off the heat, add the basil, parsley, and sun-dried tomatoes and toss to combine.
  • Use tongs to lift the pasta out of the skillet and pile it onto four plates, dividing it evenly and twisting it into high mounds.
  • Finish each serving with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and Parmesan cheese shavings.

Bashiru Oshuwa
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Overall, I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Sophia Avila
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This dish was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll drain the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes next time.


Neshen Naidoo
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra garlic and red pepper flakes to give it more flavor.


Sy'Asia Wright
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less olives next time.


Nur Sofi
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that's perfect for any occasion.


Kausar Khan
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


J Van
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or omit ingredients to suit your own taste.


King Mgf
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This dish is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Anthony Burke
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I'm allergic to basil, so I substituted oregano in this recipe. It turned out great!


Lesley Collins
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sun-dried tomatoes and olives.


cliff mccray
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's a great weeknight meal that's easy to make and packed with flavor.


Se'Renity Hernandez
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sun-dried tomatoes. I added a few extra cloves of garlic and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra spice.


Saqib Baloch67
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I'm not usually a fan of sun-dried tomatoes, but they were surprisingly delicious in this dish. The briny flavor of the olives balanced out the sweetness of the tomatoes perfectly.


Rey Avila
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the unique combination of flavors.


Mazhar Us Salam
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were amazing. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful. My family loved it!


A-alvin Legace
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This bucatini dish was a delightful explosion of flavors! The olives added a salty and briny touch, while the sun-dried tomatoes brought a tangy sweetness. The basil added a pop of freshness that tied everything together perfectly.