Pasta with Capers, Garlic and Toasted Breadcrumbs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Italian
Pasta with Capers, Garlic and Toasted Breadcrumbs
Description
Pasta with Capers, Garlic and Toasted Breadcrumbs is made by first cooking spaghetti until tender according to package instructions. In a pan, olive oil gently cooks finely chopped garlic just enough to release fragrance. Capers, rinsed to reduce saltiness, and chopped fresh parsley are added briefly before deglazing the pan with white wine, which reduces to concentrate flavor. Toasted breadcrumbs, preferably whole wheat for a heartier crunch, are then incorporated and sautéed until golden, adding texture and a toasty depth.
The drained pasta returns to the pot where the caper and breadcrumb sauce is mixed in thoroughly to coat each strand. The dish finishes with salt and pepper adjustment and an extra sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness. The resulting plate offers a combination of tender pasta with bursts of savory capers and crunchy breadcrumbs providing textural interest.
This pasta can be served as a light main course or a side dish and pairs well with simple salads or grilled vegetables. It is straightforward and relies on the contrast between the soft pasta and crunchy topping to make it satisfying.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces spaghetti dry, 300 grams
- 4 tablespoons capers rinsed
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- ½ cup white wine
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 6 tablespoons breadcrumbs I used whole-wheat
- 3 tablespoons parsley chopped
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Boil the spaghetti according to directions.
- While the spaghetti is boiling, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Sauté the garlic for one minute.
- Add the capers and parsley and sauté for one more minute and then add the wine and stir until evaporated.
- Add the bread crumbs and continue sautéing until breadcrumbs are golden about another minute.
- Drain the pasta and add it back to the pot and pour over the sauce and mix well until pasta is well coated.
- Serve with freshly ground pepper and salt as need and fresh chopped parsley.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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