LINGUINE WITH BRAISED GARLIC AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR

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From "The Splendid Table". So easy to make and very satisfying. If you can get a really really good artisan-made balsamic vinegar don't use the brown sugar.

Provided by Ilysse

Categories     European

Time 20m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
8 garlic cloves, diced
1 lb linguine
3 tablespoons butter (Use a GOOD flavorful butter. I use Plugra)
salt and pepper
1 -1 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
8 -10 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a large heavy skillet heat the 3 tbsp oil oover medium heat.
  • Add garlic and lower the heat
  • Cover and cook on low for about 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and cook until the garlic is barely colored, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Do not let the garlic brown or it will become bitter.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
  • Remove garlic from the oil and discard if you wish.
  • Toss pasta with the oil and add the butter tossing to melt.
  • Toss with the cheese and salt and pepper.
  • Mix the brown sugar with the balsamic vinegar.
  • As you serve the pasta sprinkle each serving with a teaspoon or so of the balsamic mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 694.4, Fat 26, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 37.3, Sodium 426.1, Carbohydrate 90.7, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 6, Protein 23

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