Spicy Spinach Linguine with Arbequina Olive Oil and Garlic

Spicy Spinach Linguine with Arbequina Olive Oil and Garlic

4-6 Side Dish Servings

Ingredients:

  • 12 ounces spinach linguine
  • 6 tablespoons Olive Tree's Arbequina extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped fresh basil, divided
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Pecorino Romano cheese, divided

Preparation:

Cook linguine in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid. Return pasta to same pot.

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 cup basil, garlic, and crushed red pepper; stir 1 minute. Add wine and boil until slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Add mixture from skillet, remaining 1/2 cup basil, and 3/4 cup cheese to pasta. Toss over medium heat until sauce coats pasta, adding reserved pasta liquid by 1/4 cupfuls if dry. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup cheese.