Bucatini With Parsley and Bread Crumbs Recipe

Name: Bucatini With Parsley and Bread Crumbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb bucatini pasta; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ¼ cup dry breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, loosely packed, coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon lemon zest (grated); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional); fresh ground black pepper; 8 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

12 lb bucatini pasta
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ cup dry breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 cup fresh parsley leaves, loosely packed, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon zest (grated)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional)
fresh ground black pepper
8 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

1
Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, heat 2 tbso.
3
of oil in pan over medium-low heat.
4
Add garlic, red pepper flakes, bread crumbs and pinch of salt and saute until garlic is just toasted and bread crumbs are crisp, about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Reserve a spoonful of bread crumbs and garlic for garnish.
6
Turn heat off, add parsley and lemon zest and stir well.
7
Set aside until pasta is done.
8
Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
9
Transfer pasta to pan and turn up heat to medium-high.
10
Add 1/2 cup pasta water, butter if using, pinch of salt and pepper, and stir well.
11
Cook until pasta is coated with sauce.
12
Turn off heat and toss.
13
Adjust seasoning, divide among warmed plates and garnish with reserved bread crumbs.
14
Serve cheese on the side.

5447

kcal

Calories

Fat

1033

Carbs

194

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb bucatini pasta, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Bucatini With Parsley and Bread Crumbs falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Bucatini With Parsley and Bread Crumbs

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