"This pasta masterpiece unites the sun-ripened sweetness of tomatoes with the irresistible allure of garlic, intertwining their flavors to create a harmonious and unforgettable culinary experience."
Tomato Garlic Tagliatelle
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Prep time: 10mins
Cook time: 2hrs
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- 16 ounces tagliatelle pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 28 ounce can San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 head garlic
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped oregano
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley
- 1 grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
Method
Step 1
Generously salt the pasta water. Cook the tagliatelle pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Reserve 1/2 cup of salted pasta water for later.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-low heat. Add the whole, peeled garlic cloves and cook over medium-low heat, moving around occasionally, for 30 minutes. Make sure to keep the heat low. You don’t want to burn the garlic or butter. If in doubt, turn the heat down. The point of this step is to enhance the garlic flavor in the dish by slowly releasing its flavor into the butter and oil.
Step 3
Stir in the San Marzano tomatoes, oregano, parsley, salt, and ground black pepper. Continue cooking over medium-low heat for 60 minutes, stirring – and mashing the tomatoes and garlic against the bottom and sides of the skillet – occasionally.
Step 4
Stir in the reserved pasta water and parmesan cheese, until the cheese melts. Toss with the cooked tagliatelle pasta and serve immediately.