Sicilian-Style Spaghetti Alla Carrettiera (Fresh Tomato And Garlic Sauce)

Name: Sicilian-Style Spaghetti Alla Carrettiera (Fresh Tomato And Garlic Sauce)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) plum tomatoes (about 4 tomatoes); 1/4 cup (60ml) extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling if needed; 1/4 cup loosely packed, roughly chopped fresh basil leaves; 3 medium cloves garlic, finely minced; 1 large pinch red pepper flakes; Kosher salt; 1 pound (450g) dried spaghetti; 1/2 cup (1 1/4 ounces; 35g) lightly toasted panko breadcrumbs, divided; Grated Sicilian Pecorino or ricotta salata, for serving (optional)

Prep 5m

Cook 25m

Total 30m

This Sicilian-style spaghetti alla carrettiera is a simple but flavorful dish featuring a fresh tomato and garlic sauce. With just a few key ingredients, this recipe allows the flavors of the tomatoes, olive oil, basil, and garlic to shine. Topped with breadcrumbs and optional cheese, it's a quick and delicious pasta dish.

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