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pasta amore`




Source of Recipe


http://cookingontheradio.com/PastaAmore.htm


Recipe Introduction


In the mood for a little romance? This dish is sure to spice up the evening. This pasta dish is tasty and easy to make, total preparation time is about a half hour, so get into the kitchen and show that special someone that you love them.









Recipe Link: Serves 2

List of Ingredients






1/3 cup olive oil

6 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped

1/2 cup red sauce

1/2 pound linguine

Salt


Recipe





Start a pot of water boiling (about 4 quarts) salted to taste. Add linguine stirring frequently until al dente, about 7 minutes. Retain 1 cup of of cooking water.



Meanwhile, add olive oil to a large skillet over medium low heat. Cook the garlic and crushed red pepper for about 3 minutes stirring until garlic is lightly golden. Stir in the parsley and 2 tablespoons oregano and remove from heat.



When the pasta is done, drain well and add it to the garlic sauce. Cook over medium heat, tossing until the pasta is well coated. Add a little of the reserved cooking water if the pasta seems dry.



Heat the red sauce. Divide the pasta up between 2 plates, forming an outline of a heart shape. Spread 1/4 cup of red sauce on each plate in the center of the pasta and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the chopped oregano.



Serve immediately and enjoy!