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Linguine with Creamy ‘Nduja Tomato Sauce

Linguine with Creamy ‘Nduja Tomato Sauce: A Spicy Comfort Meal

This Linguine with Creamy ‘Nduja Tomato Sauce is a flavorful dish that takes just 20 minutes to prepare, featuring spicy 'Nduja salami and creamy goodness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 400 grams Linguine Can substitute with spaghetti
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Vegetable oil can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup Shallots Can use onions if needed
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh or powdered
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste No direct substitute, but can use reduced fresh tomatoes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Use three times the amount if fresh
  • 150 grams 'Nduja Swap with chorizo for less heat
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice White wine vinegar can be used as a substitute
  • 100 grams Sun-Dried Tomatoes Can use fresh tomatoes with adjusted cooking time
  • 200 ml Cream (20% fat) Half-and-half or coconut cream can substitute
  • 50 grams Grated Parmesan Nutritional yeast is a vegan alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Basil can substitute

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, add the linguine, and cook for 9-11 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add diced shallots and minced garlic, stirring often for about 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for about 2 minutes until it darkens and melds with the aromatics.
  4. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Add 'Nduja and cook for 1 more minute until melted and integrated.
  5. Pour in lemon juice and add sun-dried tomatoes. Gradually pour in pasta water, stirring to create a smooth sauce.
  6. Add the cream and gently simmer over medium heat, stirring in grated Parmesan until melted and smooth.
  7. Toss the drained linguine in the sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water if needed, and top with black pepper.
  8. Serve the dish garnished with chopped parsley for freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish can be adjusted for spice and serves beautifully with a fresh salad or crusty bread.

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