Red-Wine Spaghetti with Walnuts and Parsley Recipe

Name: Red-Wine Spaghetti with Walnuts and Parsley
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups water; 3 1/4 cups dry red wine; Salt; 3/4 pound spaghetti; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 4 small garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley; 1 cup walnuts (4 ounces), toasted and coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

5 cups water
3 1/4 cups dry red wine
Salt
3/4 pound spaghetti
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 small garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
1 cup walnuts (4 ounces), toasted and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving
Freshly ground black pepper

1
In a saucepan, combine the water with 3 cups of the wine and a large pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
2
Add the spaghetti and cook, stirring, until al dente.
3
Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
4
In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil.
5
Add the garlic and red pepper and season with salt.
6
Cook over moderate heat for 1 minute.
7
Add the remaining 1/4 cup of wine and the reserved cooking liquid and bring to a simmer.
8
Stir in the pasta and cook until the liquid is nearly absorbed, 2 minutes.
9
Add the parsley, nuts, the 1/2 cup of cheese and the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and toss.
10
Season the pasta with salt and pepper and serve, passing grated cheese at the table.

481

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 5 cups water, 3 1/4 cups dry red wine, Salt, 3/4 pound spaghetti, and more.

Yes, Red-Wine Spaghetti with Walnuts and Parsley falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Red-Wine Spaghetti with Walnuts and Parsley

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