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Pasta all'Arrabbiata with Sautéed Leafy Greens and Crispy Breadcrumbs
Spaghetti in reduced chilli tomato sauce with garlic, kale sautéed in olive oil, and crispy breadcrumbs with parmesan.
- 200 g spaghetti
- 400 g tinned chopped tomatoes
- 1 whole red chilli
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 150 g kale
- 50 g panettone or ciabatta bread
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 40 g parmesan cheese
- ½ whole lemon
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Add to a shopping listHow the shopping list works →- Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
- Step 2
Finely slice red chilli lengthwise, remove seeds if you prefer less heat, and slice thinly. Mince garlic cloves.
- Step 3
Tear kale into bite-sized pieces, removing tough stems. Grate or finely chop bread into breadcrumbs.
- Step 4
In a large frying pan, heat 40 ml olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chilli and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 5
Add minced garlic to the pan and cook for another minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Step 6
Pour tinned tomatoes into the pan, add a pinch of salt and black pepper, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should reduce slightly and deepen in flavour.
- Step 7
Add spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente (typically 9-11 minutes). Reserve 100 ml pasta water before draining.
- Step 8
While pasta cooks, heat remaining 20 ml olive oil in a separate frying pan over medium-high heat. Add breadcrumbs and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and crispy. Season with a pinch of salt and set aside.
- Step 9
In the same pan, add kale with a splash of water, cover, and steam for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Uncover, stir, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 10
Add cooked spaghetti to the tomato sauce and toss well, adding pasta water a little at a time to create a silky sauce that coats the pasta.
- Step 11
Divide pasta between two bowls. Top with sautéed kale, crispy breadcrumbs, and grated parmesan cheese.
- Step 12
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and serve immediately.
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