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GLI SPAGHETTI DELLA VIGILIA DI NATALE - RICETTA DELLA NONNA MARIA

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Pasta della Vigilia di Natale

Cultural Context

Originating from Southern Italy, Pasta della Vigilia di Natale is traditionally enjoyed on Christmas Eve, reflecting the Italian custom of serving a meatless meal. This dish showcases the bounty of the sea, with ingredients like anchovies and capers symbolizing abundance and celebration. In modern times, it has become a beloved holiday staple in Italian households around the world, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
350 GR SPAGHETTI
7/8 ANCHOVIES
OLIO
GARLIC
ANCHOVIE
CHILI PEPPER
PARSLEY

anchovies

🥗Healthier: canned tuna

💰Cheaper: sardines

Canned tuna is a lighter option while sardines are often more affordable.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: Pecorino Romano

Nutritional yeast offers a cheese-like flavor with fewer calories.

white wine

🥗Healthier: white grape juice

💰Cheaper: cooking wine

White grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: Italian seasoning

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable and cost-effective.

1

Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.

3

Add the anchovies and chili pepper, stirring until the anchovies dissolve.

4

Toss the cooked spaghetti in the pan with the anchovy mixture.

5

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

fishglutendairy

Also Known As

Christmas Eve PastaPasta di Natale
Local Name: Pasta della Vigilia di Natale

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