Name: Barilla Fried Capellini Pasta with Red Onion, Tomatoes and Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 box Barilla Capellini pasta; 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil; 2 cups red onions, julienned; 3 cups fresh tomatoes, diced, peeled and seeded; 2 leaves fresh basil, chopped; 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated and divided; 2 tbsp butter

Barilla Fried Capellini Pasta with Red Onion, Tomatoes and Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese

35 minutes

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Get ready to fall in love with something new with this surprisingly delicious fried pasta! In this recipe, premium Barilla Capellini pasta—also known as angel hair pasta—is cooked with tomatoes, red onion and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, then fried until golden brown and crispy on both sides, and served with a rich sauce. Don't knock it 'til you've tried it!

Ingredients

8 servings

1 boxBarilla Capellini pasta

1/4 cupExtra virgin olive oil

2 cupsred onions, julienned

3 cupsfresh tomatoes, diced, peeled and seeded

2 leavesfresh basil, chopped

1/2 cupParmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated and divided

2 tbspbutter

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet, and sauté onions over medium heat for about 10 minutes.

Step 2

Add tomatoes, basil, and 1 cup water and simmer.

Step 3

Season with salt and pepper to taste, then simmer for 5-7 minutes and set aside.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook Barilla Capellini pasta according to package directions.

Step 5

Drain and toss with 1/2 the sauce and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.

Step 6

Adjust seasonings and allow the pasta to cool.

Step 7

Melt butter in a non-stick pan, add Barilla Capellini pasta, and fry until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Invert it onto a plate or cutting board.

Step 9

Return Barilla Capellini pasta to pan to cook another side, and cook until golden brown and crispy on both sides.

Step 10

Invert onto a serving platter, pour reserved sauce over pasta cake and serve.

Capellini

Capellini, also known as angel hair pasta, hails from the Campania region of Southern Italy. Its fine strands are ideal for quick-cooking dishes, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or elegant meals. Pair it with light sauces, seafood, or fresh vegetables for a delightful taste of Italy.

Shape

Long

Cook time

3 minutes

Pack size

410 g (5 x servings)

Range

Classic Blue Box

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