FOOD FROM BASILICATA 1

BASILICATA

MATERA

Pasta with breadcrumbs

Regional name: Pasta ammudicata

Servings 6

• 1 lb bucatini
• 6 anchovy filets
• 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup olive oil or butter/margarine
• 1 pinch chili peppers or red pepper flakes

Preparation

10 minutes preparation + 15 minutes cooking

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Place a pan over low heat and add half the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the anchovies and cook for a couple of minutes, until the anchovies break down.

While the anchovies are cooking, place another pan with the remaining oil over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and chili powder. Toast the breadcrumbs for 2 to 3 minutes, or until they are golden.

Once the water is boiling, add salt and cook the bucatini following the cooking time written on the box. Drain the pasta when done and toss with the anchovies and toasted breadcrumbs.

This dish is traditionally served on Christmas Eve.