Barilla® Mostacciolli

Instructions

1. 1
   Bring a large pot of water to boil.
2. 2
   Heat 6 tablespoons olive oil in a 12- to 14-inch sauté pan until smoking.
3. 3
   Add garlic and fennel; cook, stirring frequently, until light golden brown and quite soft, about 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Add red pepper flakes and continue cooking 4 to 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Cook Mostaccioli according to package directions and drain well.
6. 6
   Pour hot Mostaccioli into the pan; add mint (optional) and ½ cup breadcrumbs. Toss to mix well.
7. 7
   Transfer to a warm serving dish, sprinkle with the remaining breadcrumbs and fennel tops.
8. 8
   Drizzle with remaining olive oil and serve with grated cheese on the side.