CREAMY BUCATINI WITH SPRING ONIONS AND MINT
Rich and creamy in texture, and full of sweet-savory onion flavor, this rather mild-looking pasta packs a wallop on the fork. The pistachios add color and crunch, but other nuts work nearly as well. And if you can't get spring onions (that is, fresh bunches of onions with their greens still attached, available in late spring and early summer), you can substitute regular onions or a combination of alliums, such as sweet onions, scallions, ramps or leeks.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, pastas, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil over high heat. Add pasta and cook until it is just shy of al dente, usually 2 minutes less than the package instructions. Reserve about 1 cup pasta water for the sauce (a coffee mug is good for this), then drain the pasta.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown at the edges and thoroughly soft, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Add heavy cream, rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, red-pepper flakes, and a few grinds black pepper to the pan, and bring to a simmer. Let cream reduce and thicken, 2 to 4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in Pecorino Romano until combined. Add the drained pasta and about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss well to coat the pasta. If the sauce is too thick, add pasta water by the tablespoon; if it's too thin, let it bubble and reduce for a minute or so. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and chives. Taste and add more salt, if needed.
- Serve in bowls, each topped with more chives, mint, a generous amount of black pepper and a sprinkle of pistachios.
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skeez9420
[email protected]The flavors in this dish are incredible. The creamy sauce, the spring onions, and the mint all come together to create a truly unique and delicious experience.
Captain Tapoli
[email protected]I love that this dish can be made in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Md Juonayed
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can handle it.
Godfred Boadi
[email protected]I added a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little extra kick. It was delicious!
Embrace Reed
[email protected]I love that this recipe is vegetarian. The spring onions and mint add a lot of flavor, so you don't miss the meat.
sahil bhai
[email protected]Bucatini is my favorite pasta shape and this recipe does it justice. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the spring onions and mint add a nice touch.
Anonymous 53980
[email protected]This dish is so delicious, I could eat it every day!
Komal Karishma Kumar
[email protected]Creamy, flavorful, and easy to make - what more could you ask for? This bucatini dish is a winner!
Sabina Subedi
[email protected]This was my first time making bucatini and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I especially loved the creamy sauce.
Talia Ekhenlen
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of mint, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The mint flavor is subtle and really complements the creamy sauce and spring onions. I'll definitely be making this again.
Lily Adams
[email protected]I love that this dish is packed with fresh vegetables. The spring onions and mint add a nice pop of color and flavor. Plus, the creamy sauce is made with Greek yogurt, so it's a bit healthier than traditional Alfredo sauces.
Tamim Yousufkhil
[email protected]Quick and easy weeknight meal that's also delicious? Yes, please! The bucatini with spring onions and mint is my new go-to dish. It's flavorful, creamy, and comes together in under 30 minutes.
Areeba Jameel
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The sauce was so easy to make and the flavors were incredible. The spring onions and mint really made the dish pop. Will definitely be making this again.
Janzab Khan
[email protected]This bucatini dish is a delightful symphony of flavors! The creamy sauce is rich and decadent, while the spring onions and mint add a refreshing brightness. The pasta is cooked to perfection, and the overall dish is simply divine.