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Spaghetti all’Assassina

Spaghetti all’Assassina: Irresistibly Spicy One-Pot Wonder

Spaghetti all’Assassina is a bold, fiery dish that transforms weeknight meals into a delightful experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic halved
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • ¾ cup tomato paste canned or tube
  • 2 cups tomato purée or passata
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • ¾ teaspoon salt season to taste
For the Pasta
  • 10 ounces spaghetti or linguine
For the Topping
  • 1 cup burrata optional, for creaminess

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large skillet, warm 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Toss in your halved garlic and red pepper flakes, letting them cook for about 1 minute until aromatic.
  3. Stir in ¾ cup of tomato paste, cooking it until it darkens slightly—about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in 2 cups of tomato purée, 2 cups of vegetable broth, and ¾ teaspoon of salt, then add 10 ounces of spaghetti. Stir to combine.
  5. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 8 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Serve straight from the pan, finishing with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and topping with burrata.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best taste, serve immediately to enjoy the creaminess of burrata and warmth of the sauce. Optional fresh basil or parsley can enhance flavor and presentation.

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