directions
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1
Make linguine and set aside
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2
In a large skillet, preferably non-stick, combine the olive oil, red pepper, pancetta and garlic
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Cook over medium- low heat until the garlic is golden and the pepper is tender, about 5 minutes
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4
Remove from the heat, cover and keep warm
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5
Meanwhile, cook the linguine until al dente
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6
Ladle about 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking liquid into a large serving bowl
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7
Drain the pasta
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8
Stir the arugula into the pasta cooking liquid in the serving bowl just until wilted
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9
Add the cooked pasta and toss to blend
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10
Drizzle the red pepper and oil mixture over the pasta, toss gently and serve.
Linguine with Pancetta and Arugula
ingredients
- 1 full load of pasta dough made into linguine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup slivered red bell pepper
- 2 thin slices of pancetta, prosciutto, or Black Forest Ham, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 bunch of arugula, stemmed, trimmed and drained (about 2 cups slightly packed)
- or watercress can be substituted