Alex's Anchovy Bucatini

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   Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.

2. 2

   Put about 3 cups stale Italian bread on a baking sheet and put in hot oven.

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   Bake for 10 minutes, cool and add to the bowl of a food processor fitted with a bottom blade.

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   Pulse into crumbs.

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   Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium heat.

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   Salt the water and add the pasta.

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   Cook until al dente.

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   Remove 1 cup of the cooking water and reserve.

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   Drain the pasta and set aside.

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    In a large saute pan, add 4 tablespoons of the olive oil and the bread crumbs and cook over medium-high heat until golden and well coated.

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    Remove from the pan to a plate.

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    Add the remaining 4 tablespoons of the oil to the pan and when hot, add the anchovies and the minced red bell peppers and cook, rapidly, stirring them around with a wooden spoon, for about 2 minutes.

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    Add the onions and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently.

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    Add the garlic and chili flakes, cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.

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    Add 1/2 to 1 cup of the bread crumbs and half of the cheese.

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    Stir in the pasta, toss to combine, adding the cooking liquid as needed.

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    Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with remaining cheese, bread crumbs and parsley.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.