Spicy Capellini With Scallions and Garlic Recipe

Name: Spicy Capellini With Scallions and Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 bunches scallions, thinly sliced (3 1/2 cups); 5 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 ¼ teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ teaspoon finely grated orange zest; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 lb capellini; ½ cup toasted breadcrumb; freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, for serving

Servings: persons

1 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 bunches scallions, thinly sliced (3 1/2 cups)
5 large garlic cloves, minced
1 ¼ teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon finely grated orange zest
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 lb capellini
½ cup toasted breadcrumb
freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, for serving

1
In a large skillet, heat 1/2 cup of the olive oil.
2
Add the scallions and cook over moderately low heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the garlic, crushed red pepper, orange zest and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 2 minutes longer.
4
Stir in another 1/2 cup of the olive oil and transfer the mixture to a large bowl.
5
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente.
6
Drain the pasta, reserving a few tablespoons of the cooking water.
7
Add the pasta and the reserved cooking water to the bowl and toss well.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
In a small bowl, toss the bread crumbs with the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and season with salt and pepper.
10
Sprinkle the bread crumbs over the pasta and serve immediately, passing the cheese at the table.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 bunches scallions, thinly sliced (3 1/2 cups), 5 large garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Capellini With Scallions and Garlic falls under the General 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.

Spicy Capellini With Scallions and Garlic

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