Recipe Name: Pasta and Potatoes (Pasta e Patate)
Category: First Courses
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Pipe Rigate Pasta | 250g |
| Potatoes | 700g |
| Thyme | To taste |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 30g |
| Fine Salt | To taste |
| Black Pepper | To taste |
| Shallot | 40g |
| Rosemary | To taste |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 8g |
| Carbohydrates | 50g |
| Fat | 14g |
| Fiber | 5g |
| Sodium | 350mg |
Instructions:
To make Pasta and Potatoes, start by peeling the potatoes and washing them thoroughly. After drying them with a clean kitchen towel, cut them into small cubes or slices, depending on your preference.
Next, finely chop the shallot and rosemary. In a large pot, bring a generous amount of water to a boil, salting it once it begins to bubble. This water will be used for both cooking the pasta and for adding to the sauce as needed later on.
Meanwhile, heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and rosemary, allowing them to sauté and release their aromatic flavors. Stir occasionally, ensuring they do not burn.
As the shallot and rosemary begin to soften and become fragrant, add the potatoes to the skillet. Allow them to cook, stirring regularly, and gradually add a ladle of hot water from the boiling pot, ensuring the potatoes don’t stick to the pan. Continue adding small amounts of hot water as needed, keeping the mixture moist and allowing the potatoes to soften.
While the potatoes cook, add the pasta to the boiling salted water and cook until al dente, which typically takes about 8-10 minutes, depending on the pasta. Reserve some of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
Once the pasta is ready, drain it and immediately add it to the skillet with the potatoes and the cooking water from the pasta. Mix everything together gently, ensuring that the pasta is well coated with the flavorful olive oil, shallot, and rosemary-infused sauce.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Allow the dish to cook for a couple of more minutes, ensuring the flavors meld together beautifully.
Serve the pasta and potatoes hot, garnished with a few sprigs of fresh thyme and rosemary for an extra burst of fragrance. This comforting dish is now ready to be enjoyed, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors.
Enjoy your delicious Pasta e Patate, a traditional and comforting Italian first course, perfect for cozy meals any time of the year!
