MALFADINE ALLA ROMANA (PASTA WITH BACON AND CHEESE SAUCE)
Malfadine is a hearty ribbon-like pasta that I came across one day in an Italian gourmet shop. I had no idea what to do with the stuff so of course consulted the internet and came across this recipe. In typical fashion, I've tweaked it a bit. If you can't find malfadine, tagliatelle would be an acceptable substitute. My husband and I can eat this entire recipe, but I would imagine the yield would stretch to three people, especially if you serve a salad or vegetable on the side. I always think as I eat this : How could a pasta dish with no garlic taste so good ?
Provided by FlemishMinx
Categories European
Time 40m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- If using bacon, cut into cubes.
- In a frying pan, saute the onion till softened but not browned.
- Add the lardons or bacon cubes, and brown them.
- Add the canned tomatoes and the chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, cook the malfadine al dente.
- Strain (reserving 2 TBS of the water), then pour into the pan with the prepared sauce, adding the reserved 2 TBS pasta water and then leaving the pasta to flavor 1 minute.
- Add the butter and the parmesan or romano cheese, take the pan off the heat and mix everything well.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately.
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Loimata Afoa
loimata@hotmail.comThis recipe was a complete disaster. The sauce curdled and the pasta was overcooked.
Little Dice
little@hotmail.frThe sauce was a bit bland. I had to add some extra salt and pepper to taste.
Hasnain Gujjar
gh91@yahoo.comThis dish was a little too rich for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a lighter sauce.
Hess
hess68@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of bacon, so I omitted it from the recipe. The sauce was still delicious, even without the bacon.
Pennyroyal Tea
p_t21@gmail.comI used a different type of pasta than the recipe called for, but it still turned out great. The sauce was so flavorful that it didn't matter what type of pasta I used.
BLUNT3D
blunt3d71@yahoo.comI added some chopped spinach to the sauce and it was a great addition. The spinach added a nice pop of color and flavor.
Eddie Ray Staggs
e@hotmail.comThis was my first time making malfadine alla romana and it turned out great. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious.
michael 54
m_5497@hotmail.frI've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of bacon, cheese, and pasta.
hannan kenafarh
h_kenafarh@yahoo.comThis is my new favorite pasta dish. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Sardar Anasbadhana
a-s@yahoo.comI made this for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The leftovers were even better the next day.
Ijaz Ijaz
ijaz@hotmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked al dente.
telady barner
b_telady@gmail.comEasy to make and delicious!
Princess Lehari
p54@hotmail.comThis malfadine alla romana was a hit with my family! The bacon and cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.