Recipe Name: Pasta with Onions and Potatoes
Category: Main Courses
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Potatoes | 600g |
| Red onions | 80g |
| Ditaloni Rigati (pasta) | 250g |
| Peeled tomatoes | 240g |
| Salt | to taste |
| Black pepper | to taste |
| Rosemary | to taste |
| Parsley | to taste |
| Extra virgin olive oil | to taste |
Instructions:
To begin preparing this rustic yet comforting pasta with onions and potatoes, start by peeling the potatoes. After peeling, wash them thoroughly and dry them with a kitchen towel. Next, peel and slice the red onions thinly. Then, finely chop the rosemary, which will add a lovely aromatic flavor to the dish.
In a wide pan, heat a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Add the sliced onions to the pan and sautรฉ them over medium heat for about 2 minutes, until they start to soften. Then, sprinkle the chopped rosemary over the onions and let it infuse for an additional minute, filling your kitchen with a beautiful scent.
Now, add the peeled tomatoes to the pan, breaking them down slightly with the back of a spoon. Let the tomato sauce simmer for about 5 minutes to develop its flavor and allow the onions to absorb the tomato’s richness. Add a glass of the pasta cooking water to the pan, and stir everything together.
Add salt and black pepper to taste, then toss in the cubed potatoes. Allow everything to simmer together for 5-10 minutes until the potatoes begin to soften and the flavors meld.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the Ditaloni Rigati pasta and cook it al dente, following the package instructions. Once the pasta is ready, drain it, reserving some of the cooking water.
Now, transfer the pasta directly into the pan with the tomato and potato sauce. Gently toss everything together, making sure the pasta is coated in the flavorful sauce. If needed, add a bit of the reserved pasta cooking water to achieve the perfect consistency.
Finish the dish by sprinkling some fresh parsley over the top and adjusting the seasoning with extra salt and pepper if desired.
Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Pasta with Onions and Potatoes, a perfect balance of creamy potatoes, sweet onions, and savory tomato sauce. Ideal for any day of the week, it’s a meal that brings comfort and warmth to the table.
