Spaghetti al Forno

Ingredient:
1 1/2 tablespoon(s) olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
1 stalk(s) celery, finely chopped
4 clove(s) garlic, minced
1 can(s) (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
1/2 pound(s) whole wheat spaghetti or linguine
2 tablespoon(s) chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 large pinch red pepper flakes
3/4 cup(s) grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoon(s) whole wheat breadcrumbs


Directions

1.To make sauce: In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables begin caramelizing, about 12 minutes. Turn heat to low; cook until very soft, 10-15 minutes. Raise heat to medium; add tomatoes. Bring to a simmer and partially cover. Cook 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.

2.Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions, subtracting several minutes off cooking time so it comes out very al dente.

3.Drain well; add to sauce. Add parsley and red pepper flakes; toss to combine. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish. Spread level. Sprinkle with cheese and bread crumbs. Drizzle with olive oil. Bake until top is browning and sauce is bubbling, about 15 minutes. Serve immediately

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Pasta e Fagioli with Pesto

Ingredients:
1/2 pound(s) borlotti (or cranberry) beans
3 cup(s) (loosely packed) basil leaves
5 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
2 clove(s) garlic
3/4 cup(s) grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
1/2 teaspoon(s) fresh-ground pepper
1/2 cup(s) olive oil
1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
3/4 pound(s) pasta, such as strozzapreti or penne
1 large (13-ounce) sweet onion, sliced 1/4 inch thick
8 ounce(s) green beans, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/3 cup(s) white wine
8 ounce(s) cherry or grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise



Directions

Cook the dried beans: Place the dried beans in a medium pot and fill with 3 inches of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, for 1 hour. Drain the beans, discard the liquid and return the beans to the pot. Add 3 inches of water and 1 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer until the beans are tender -- about 45 minutes. Strain, reserving the cooking liquid, and keep warm.

Make the pesto: Combine the basil, lemon juice, 1 whole garlic clove, parmesan, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in the bowl of a food processor and puree. Add 1/2 cup olive oil in a slow, steady stream and continue to process for 1 more minute until well pureed. Set aside.

Cook the pasta: Bring 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil over high heat, in a large saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon of coarse salt. Place 3/4 pound of the strozzapreti or penne pasta in the water and cook (maintaining a medium boil) until just al dente -- about 9 minutes. Drain the pasta immediately (do not rinse). Set aside.

Cook the vegetables: Finely chop the remaining garlic clove. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until the onions are deep golden brown -- 5 to 7 minutes. Add the green beans and remaining salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute more. Add the wine, borlotti beans, and 1/2 cup of the reserved bean cooking liquid. Cover and cook until beans are warmed and green beans are tender -- 2 to 3 more minutes.

Assemble the dish: Place the pasta in a large serving bowl, add the bean mixture and pesto, and toss. Top with the tomatoes and serve warm.

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