A simple, rich pasta dish with incredible flavor from anchovies and butter.
Ingredients
12 oz spaghetti or linguine
6 tbsp butter
6–8 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
½ cup reserved pasta water
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped
Black pepper to taste
Instructions:
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
Add anchovies and stir until they dissolve into the butter, about 2 minutes.
Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 seconds.
Toss in the drained pasta and a splash of pasta water. Stir until silky and coated.
Add Parmesan and more pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
Finish with parsley and black pepper.
Girls Gone Grilling Twist Add grilled shrimp seasoned with your Sassy Seafood seasoning for a quick surf-and-turf style pasta, or top with grilled chicken seasoned with your SPG with a Kiss of Onion.
Serve with crusty bread and a simple salad. Ready in about 20 minutes.
