Linguine with Sardines Recipe

Ingredients:

• 400g linguine pasta
• 2 cans of sardines in olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 lemon, juice and zest

Instructions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
2. While the pasta is cooking, drain the sardines and flake them with a fork, discarding any bones or skin.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil from the sardine cans over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cook until they are softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the flaked sardines, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper and breadcrumbs. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
5. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the sardine sauce, tossing well to coat all the pasta with the sauce.
6. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon and zest of the other half, stir gently until everything is well combined.
7. Plate the linguine and sardine sauce, garnish with extra fresh parsley or lemon wedges if desired.

Verdict:

The combination of sardines, lemon, and parsley creates a beautifully balanced flavor that pairs perfectly with linguine pasta. This Linguine with Sardines recipe is easy and quick to make, and is guaranteed to please even the most discerning palate.

Serving suggestions:

Serve this Linguine with Sardines recipe with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal. It also pairs well with a light white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc. Enjoy!