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Spaghetti alla Carrettiera

Cultural Context

Spaghetti alla Carrettiera hails from the Italian countryside, traditionally made by truck drivers (carrettieri) who needed a quick, hearty meal. This dish emphasizes simple, rustic flavors, showcasing garlic and olive oil, often enjoyed after a long day of work. Its popularity has spread beyond Italy, with variations appearing in many Italian restaurants worldwide, making it a beloved comfort food for many.

ItalianITmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 red chili pepper
3 cloves garlic
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
12 oz butini pasta

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pecorino cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Parmesan is more widely available and less expensive.

1

Cut the red chili pepper into small pieces.

2

Mince the garlic.

3

Make a cross-shaped incision at the bottom of the tomatoes.

4

Immerse the tomatoes in boiling water for 30 seconds.

5

Drain the tomatoes, let them cool, and then peel them.

6

Cut the peeled tomatoes into cubes.

7

In a bowl, marinate the cubed tomatoes, minced garlic, chili pepper, basil, a pinch of salt, and extra virgin olive oil for 1 hour.

8

Cook the butini pasta according to package instructions.

9

Plate the pasta and add the marinated tomatoes on top.

10

Finish with a generous sprinkle of extra virgin olive oil.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potskilletcolanderserving bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Carrettiera PastaPasta alla Carrettiera
Local Name: Spaghetti alla Carrettiera

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