There are dishes that tell a story of the sea, sun, and tradition without the need for elaborate preparations. Tagliatelle with anchovies is one such dish: a simple, quick, yet incredibly flavorful recipe.
The secret lies precisely in its simplicity: genuine ingredients and, above all, a quality extra virgin olive oil, capable of transforming an everyday dish into an authentic experience.
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## 🌿 Ingredients (for 4 people)
* 500 g of Colli Borbonici® tagliatelle
* 200 g fresh anchovies (or high-quality anchovies in oil)
* 2 cloves garlic
* 10-12 cherry tomatoes (optional, but recommended) alternatively, peeled tomatoes or tomato sauce
* Fresh parsley to taste
* Chili pepper (to taste)
* Colli Borbonici® extra virgin olive oil
* Salt to taste
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## 👨🍳 Preparation
1. *Cleaning the anchovies*
If using fresh anchovies, clean them by removing the head and central bone. Rinse and gently pat dry.
2. *Aromatic base*
In a large pan, heat a generous amount of Colli Borbonici® EVO oil with crushed garlic cloves and, if desired, a pinch of chili pepper.
3. *Cooking the anchovies*
Add the anchovies and let them gently melt over medium-low heat. If using anchovies in oil, a few minutes will suffice.
4. *Cherry tomatoes and aroma*
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes. The sauce should remain light, not too reduced.
5. *Pasta and creaming*
Cook the Colli Borbonici® tagliatelle in salted water, drain them al dente, and transfer them directly to the pan. Sauté everything, adding a drizzle of raw *EVO oil*.
6. *Finishing*
Finish with fresh chopped parsley and, if you wish, a final drizzle of raw oil to enhance the aromas.
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## 💡 The secret to the dish? EVO oil
In such an essential recipe, oil is not just an ingredient: it is the protagonist.
A *high-quality extra virgin olive oil*, like Colli Borbonici®, provides:
* a balance between savoriness and freshness
* fruity notes that enhance the fish
* a rich texture that binds all the ingredients together
👉 This is precisely the detail that makes the difference between good pasta and *memorable pasta*.
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## 🌊 Tradition and territory
Tagliatelle with anchovies is rooted in the most authentic Mediterranean cuisine, where the sea meets the land through simple yet extraordinary ingredients.
It is a dish that speaks of:
* seasonality
* respect for raw materials
* valorization of local excellences
Just like our oil.
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## 🍷 Suggested pairing
Pair this dish with a fresh and mineral white wine, such as a *Falanghina* or a *Vermentino*, perfect for enhancing the savoriness of the anchovies.
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## ✨ Conclusion
Tagliatelle with anchovies proves that you don't need to complicate things to impress. Just a few carefully chosen ingredients suffice.
And when the oil is right, every forkful tells a story of territory, passion, and authenticity.