Pastafied Simplicity
Buttery Olive Oil Noodles with a Dash of Herb Logic
20 minutes
Serves 4
DinnerItalianGluten-freeNut-freeShellfish-freeSoy-freeLow SodiumLow Carb
Herb's take
When you have just pasta, olive oil, and butter, you get a crash course in Italian minimalism and the science of emulsion. This recipe turns pantry staples into an elegant dinner by focusing on technique and timing.
Ingredients
Yield
4
Instructions
- 01Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add a heaping tablespoon of salt, then the pasta. Cook until just al dente according to package directions.
- 02Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- 03Return the pot to medium-low heat and add the olive oil and butter. Let the butter melt completely and just begin to foam, swirling occasionally.
- 04Sprinkle in the paprika and black pepper and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 05Add the drained pasta to the pot and toss vigorously to coat. Drizzle in 1/3 cup reserved pasta water, stirring rapidly until the sauce lightly clings to each noodle.
- 06Taste and season with more salt if needed, then serve immediately.
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