Capellini Pomodoro (Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce)

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Years ago, an Italian restaurant served a dish called capellini pomodoro which I ordered often, sometimes adding grilled chicken or shrimp to the pasta. This is my own quick version.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds Roma tomatoes

  • 1 pound capellini pasta

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 4 leaves basil, thinly sliced

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water.

  2. Score a shallow "x" in the bottom of the tomatoes. Add tomatoes to the boiling water and cook uncovered until skin starts to peel off, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Peel tomatoes.

  3. Transfer peeled tomatoes to a food mill, and process until smooth.

  4. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain, saving 1/4 cup of the pasta water for the sauce.

  5. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over low heat. Add garlic and salt and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add pureed tomatoes and as much pasta water as desired. Simmer until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. Divide pasta amongst 4 serving bowls. Top with tomato sauce and sprinkle with fresh basil. Serve immediately.

Cook's Note:

If you do not have a food mill, you can use a box grater to get a nice texture. Just be careful to not cut yourself.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

406 Calories
9g Fat
70g Carbs
14g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 406
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 727mg 32%
Total Carbohydrate 70g 25%
Dietary Fiber 6g 22%
Protein 14g 28%
Potassium 639mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.