Calabrian onion spaghetti
Italian 10 Mins Prep · 40 Mins Cook
- Peel and finely slice the onions and mince the garlic.
- Heat the olive oil in a large, deep pan over a low heat. Add the onions and a pinch of salt to draw out moisture. After the onions become translucent, add the garlic and cook gently for 25 minutes, stirring often, until completely soft, golden and caramelised.
- Start adding the stock a little at a time. Once it cooks away, add some more and simmer until the onions have cooked down and become creamy.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Finely chop the basil.
- Add the drained pasta directly into the pan of onions, tossing to coat. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen and help the sauce cling to the noodles. Season with pepper before finishing with a spoonful of ricotta and Parmigiano Reggiano. Sprinkle some of the basil over the pasta before giving it a final toss.
- Divide between 4 plates or serve on a platter with a drizzle of olive oil, remaining basil and Parmigiano Reggiano.
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