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Trenette al Limone with Stracciatella & Breadcrumbs


  • Author: Shirley
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

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Gather these ingredients to make Trenette al Limone with Stracciatella & Breadcrumbs:

  • 400g trenette pasta (or linguine)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably fresh)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Zest and juice of 2 large lemons
  • 250g stracciatella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Breadcrumbs:

  1. Toast the Breadcrumbs: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Cook the Pasta:

  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the trenette pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lemon zest and juice, stirring to combine. Allow the lemon mixture to simmer for 1-2 minutes, then reduce the heat to low.

Assemble the Pasta:

  1. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the lemon butter sauce. Toss to coat, adding a little reserved pasta water at a time to achieve a silky consistency.
  2. Add Stracciatella: Gently fold in the stracciatella cheese, allowing it to melt into the pasta and create a creamy texture.
  3. Finish with Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Top with Breadcrumbs: Finally, sprinkle the toasted breadcrumbs over the pasta for added crunch and texture.

Serve and Garnish:

  1. Garnish and Serve: Divide the pasta among serving plates, garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve immediately.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 500-600 kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Protein: 14g