volpe/recipes/Spaghetti All'Assassina.md

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Spaghetti All'Assassina 4 servings

notes

  • The pasta should char slightly for authentic flavor - don't be afraid of the dark bits
  • Try onions?

Ingredients

  • crushed tomatoes 800g
  • garlic cloves 6
  • extra virgin olive oil lots
  • dried spaghetti 454g
  • vegetable broth 1600g
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Tools

  • immersion blender
  • large heavy-bottomed pan or cast iron skillet
  • pot for boiling broth
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cup
  • tongs or pasta fork

Steps

  • bring vegetable broth to a light boil in a pot and keep it hot throughout cooking
  • blend crushed tomatoes with immersion blender until smooth
  • mince garlic cloves finely
  • heat lots of olive oil in large heavy-bottomed pan over medium-low heat
  • cook minced garlic in oil until fragrant but not browned
  • add blended tomatoes to pan and cook for a few minutes until hot while stirring until oil is a part of the sauce
  • lay dried spaghetti on top of the tomato mixture in a single layer
  • slowly add boiling broth in half-cup increments, allowing each addition to be absorbed
  • flip pasta frequently to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking
  • continue adding broth and flipping pasta until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed
  • turn heat to high and wait until pasta just starts to char on the bottom
  • flip pasta to char the other side
  • repeat charring process until desired crispy level is achieved
  • season with salt and pepper to taste

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