Description
Savor the sweet, rich flavors of caramelized onions melded with the tangy zest of sundried tomatoes in this Rustic Italian Spaghetti. This dish not only pleases the palate with its depth of flavor but also offers a comforting, hearty meal that’s surprisingly simple to prepare. Ideal for those evenings when you want something both satisfying and sophisticated.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 medium yellow onions, very thinly sliced
Water to deglaze the pan
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
Kosher salt or sea salt to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 5.3-ounce (150g) tube of tomato paste
2 tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce)
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
4 – 5 large oil-packed sundried tomatoes, finely chopped
10 ounces (285g) spaghetti or linguine (can use gluten-free)
Optional garnishes: Toasted pine nuts; chopped flat-leaf Italian parsley
Instructions
Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti to al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
In a skillet over medium-high heat, sauté onions in olive oil with salt and pepper until golden brown, about 15 minutes, adding water to deglaze as needed.
Reduce heat to medium, add garlic, and continue to cook until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
Stir in red pepper flakes and oregano, cook for 30 seconds, then add tomato paste and cook until darkened, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in tamari, nutritional yeast, and sundried tomatoes. Reduce heat to low.
Add reserved pasta water to skillet and transfer cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to combine. Adjust consistency with more pasta water if necessary.
Garnish with pine nuts and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 510