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Caramelized Shallot Pasta

This caramelized shallot pasta recipe is unique and flavorful with featuring zesty lemon and topped with seasoned toasted breadcrumbs and fresh herbs. It’s a simple, yet impressive dish that’s perfect for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup breadcrumbs (traditional or Panko)
  • 1/8 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • Coarse salt (as needed)
  • 1 pound package spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 - 6 shallots (thinly sliced (about 2 cups))
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 lemons (juiced and zested (2 tablespoons zest and 1/2 cup juice)

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted water. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
  • In a large skillet, heat breadcrumbs and garlic over medium high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until breadcrumbs are golden brown in color. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add olive oil, shallots, salt and sugar to the skillet. Sauté, stirring occasionally until shallots are translucent and soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Add garlic, crushed red pepper and cook for an additional minute.
  • Stir in lemon juice and zest. Reduce heat to low and keep warm until pasta is cooked.
  • Add 1/2 cup pasta water to the pan and stir until a thin sauce forms.
  • Transfer pasta to the pan and toss to coat, adding additional pasta water if needed.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with toasted breadcrumbs.

Nutrition

Calories: 301kcal Carbohydrates: 55g Protein: 9g Fat: 5g Saturated Fat: 1g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 3g Sodium: 73mg Potassium: 230mg Fiber: 3g Sugar: 5g Vitamin A: 25IU Vitamin C: 16mg Calcium: 43mg Iron: 2mg