Scarpariello napoletano - Pasta allo Scarpariello - Ricetta Originale Pasta allo Scarpariello

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato puree

Canned tomatoes are often more affordable and available year-round.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in fresh tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add red pepper flakes and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Drain the pasta, reserving some cooking water.

Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce.

Toss the pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.

Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil and grated parmesan cheese.

Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil and cheese.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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