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Dirty Martini Pasta
Ingredients
1 lb.
spaghetti
2 tbsp.
extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup
torn pitted green olives
1/3 cup
olive brine
4
cloves garlic, sliced
Zest of 1
lemon
1/3 cup
gin or vodka
2/3 cup
heavy cream
2/3 cup
finely grated Parmesan
1/3 cup
chopped fresh parsley
3 tbsp.
unsalted butter
Kosher salt
Spices and Seasonings
Instructions
STEP 1
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook spaghetti, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
STEP 2
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add olives, garlic, and lemon zest and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes.
STEP 3
Add gin and cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced by about half, about 4 minutes.
STEP 4
Add cream, olive brine, pasta, and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Cook, tossing constantly and adding more pasta water as needed, until pasta is coated and sauce is emulsified, about 2 minutes.
STEP 5
Stir in Parmesan, parsley, and butter until butter is melted; season with salt. Top with more Parmesan before serving.
Nutrition Facts
(per serving)
Calories:
888 calories
Servings:
4 servings
Carbohydrates:
86 g
Fat:
42 g
Fiber:
5 g
Protein:
26 g
Sugar:
5 g
Meal Effort
Preparation:
15 minutes
Cook:
15 minutes
Total:
30 minutes