Winter Herb Pasta

Vegetarian
Health score
36%
Winter Herb Pasta
30 min.
4
797kcal

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As the winter chill sets in, there's nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of pasta to lift your spirits. Our Winter Herb Pasta is a delightful vegetarian dish that brings together the robust flavors of fresh herbs and the satisfying crunch of golden bread crumbs. Perfect for a cozy lunch or as a side dish for your next gathering, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor.

Imagine twirling strands of bucatini or spaghetti around your fork, each bite infused with the aromatic essence of garlic, sage, rosemary, and thyme. The addition of fresh parsley adds a vibrant touch, while the crispy bread crumbs provide a delightful texture that contrasts beautifully with the tender pasta. With just 30 minutes of your time, you can create a dish that feels both rustic and refined, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.

Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a comforting meal at home, this Winter Herb Pasta is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you can indulge without guilt. So gather your ingredients, and let’s bring the warmth of winter herbs to your table!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups breadcrumbs fresh (preferably from a baguette)
  • pound bucatini pasta dried
  •  garlic clove coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • cup parsley chopped
  • teaspoons rosemary chopped
  • teaspoons sage chopped
  • teaspoons thyme leaves chopped
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until foam subsides. Cook garlic, stirring, until fragrant and pale golden.
  2. Add bread crumbs and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer to a bowl, reserving skillet.
  4. Meanwhile, cook bucatini in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (3 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain.
  5. Heat remaining 1/4 cup oil in skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, then cook sage, rosemary, and thyme, stirring, 2 minutes.
  6. Add pasta, 1/2 cup reserved water, and parsley and toss well.
  7. Add more water to moisten if necessary.
  8. Serve sprinkled with bread crumbs.
  9. Nutrition Data

Nutrition Facts

Calories797kcal
Protein10.57%
Fat30.92%
Carbs58.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.75
Glycemic Load
34.45
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
31.361739290797%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
32.36mg
Luteolin
0.64mg
Kaempferol
0.23mg
Myricetin
2.26mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:796.95kcal
39.85%
Fat:27.24g
41.91%
Saturated Fat:6.87g
42.94%
Carbohydrates:115.97g
38.66%
Net Carbohydrates:109.74g
39.91%
Sugar:5.69g
6.33%
Cholesterol:15.05mg
5.02%
Sodium:313.33mg
13.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.94g
41.88%
Vitamin K:259.85µg
247.48%
Copper:3.5mg
174.92%
Selenium:82.28µg
117.54%
Manganese:1.59mg
79.58%
Vitamin B1:0.52mg
34.34%
Vitamin A:1487.81IU
29.76%
Phosphorus:296.43mg
29.64%
Vitamin C:22.28mg
27.01%
Iron:4.8mg
26.66%
Fiber:6.23g
24.91%
Vitamin B3:4.85mg
24.24%
Magnesium:89.13mg
22.28%
Folate:87.43µg
21.86%
Vitamin E:2.95mg
19.69%
Zinc:2.42mg
16.12%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.12%
Calcium:135.8mg
13.58%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.8%
Potassium:437.07mg
12.49%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
7.98%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.56%
Source:Epicurious