Basil-Scented Aglio e Olio with Octopus and Olives

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   Combine the ingredients marked 'A' in an unheated frying pan.

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   Saute on low heat until the garlic becomes fragrant.

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   Add the sliced dried red pepper.

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   Do this before the garlic starts to brown.

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   When the garlic is light brown add the 'B' ingredients and coat with oil.

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   Saute for 10 seconds.

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   Increase to medium heat and add the white wine.

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   Cook until the alcohol evaporates.

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   Just before the alcohol evaporatescompletely, add the mushrooms and lightly saute.

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    Drizzle on the pesto and toss, then it's done.

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    Serve with all the liquid from the pan.

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    This is a very easy, quick dish using octopus and olives.

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    It will whet your appetite and fill your taste buds with bouquet of flavors.

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    Arranged on fancy platter, it's perfect for welcoming dinner guests to your home.

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    It's also tasty served chilled.

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    Note: Both the boiled octopus and olives contain salt, so I don't season with any salt and pepper.

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    The photo shows the genovese sauce that I love to use.

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    Adjust the seasoning with rock salt to taste.

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    If you're using fresh or dried basil, use rock salt to adjust the favor.

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    I recommend a related dish, for Octopus and Olive Arrabiata

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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