Squid Ink Fettuccine with Charred Vegetable Ragu

 

Squid Ink Fettuccine with Charred Vegetable Ragu

Unique spin on string pasta. Try it out! SKU # 01116
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, main dish, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Lb. Squid Ink Fettuccine Nests 01116
  • 2 Portobello mushrooms quartered
  • 1 Yellow Onion peeled, quartered
  • 2 Celery stalks cut in thirds
  • 1 Carrot peeled and cut in thirds
  • 8 oz Cremini mushrooms quartered
  • ¼ Cup tomato paste
  • 2 TSP Dried oregano
  • ½ Cup Red Wine
  • ¼ Cup Romano Cheese
  • 4 TBSP Olive Oil
  • Fresh Basil
  • Salt & Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Prepare ingredients. Turn on oven broiler to high heat.
  • On a baking sheet evenly layer the portobellos, onion, celery, and carrots. Lightly toss with 2 TBSP olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
  • Place baking sheet in oven and broil until vegetables are charred and start to become tender. Keep an eye on vegetables to not overcook. About 10-20 minutes total.
  • Once cooked and cooled, place vegetables in a food processor and pulse until just about smooth. Set it aside.
  • Heat a large sauté pan on medium high heat. Add 2 TBSP oil. Cook the cremini mushrooms until golden and tender.
  • Add the tomato paste and the oregano. Stir for about a minute, then add the red wine. Cook for another minute or so, mixing and blending the tomato and wine.
  • Add the vegetable puree and combine.
  • Bring a large sauce pot to boil. Add Squid Ink Fettuccine to the pot and cook per instructions, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and reserve 1 Cup of pasta water.
  • Add as much pasta water to the vegetable sauce and thin until desired consistency. Fold in the pasta
  • To plate, scoop desired amount onto plate, top with Romano cheese and basil.

Notes

  • This makes a great side item for a meat or seafood dish.
  • Try other vegetables that are in season.
  • Add a splash of cream at the end to make it a creamier texture.
  • A great vegetarian option.
Keyword 01116, Fettuccine, Squid Ink
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