The first time I made this for Mr.M I got a lot of very satisfied noises and a 'that was amazeballs'. He knows it's a phrase I can't stand so this was in a roundabout way one of the highest complements he could have paid it.
This is what I bought
Malfaldine pasta ribbons
1 red and 1 orange pepper, de-seeded and thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 cup white wine
1 onion, finely sliced
Bunch of fresh basil, finely sliced
You also need:
Olive oil
Tin of chopped tomatoes
Dried basil
Dried oregano
Salt and pepper
I also added in 3 sausages as I had some left over in the fridge from the daal but it's not necessary; it just adds bulk and texture as opposed to flavor.
Next time I think it could handle even more oomph - equal measures of vodka to the wine would be a great version. Slightly less Spanish but I'm all for cross-cultural shenanigans. And chili. However, if you have been reading any of the dinner recipes on this blog that should come as absolutely no surprise to you.
In a heavy bottom pan heat a little olive oil and cook the chorizo (and sausage) for a few minutes allowing the chorizo to release it's juices.
Add the onion to the chorizo juices and cook until caramelised, stirring frequently.
Add the salt, pepper and dried herbs to the onion.
Add the peppers and allow the whole lot to soften slightly.
Add the garlic and cook until it becomes fragrant.
Start to cook the pasta according to the packet instructions.
Add the chopped tomatoes to the sauce and then add the chorizo and the fresh basil.
Cook for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavours to mingle and then add 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil to make the sauce rich and creamy. Cook on a high heat to reduce and thicken the sauce.
Drain the pasta and add it directly to the sauce, turning gently to combine it.
Actually, thinking about it, if my first date did not appreciate this and the mess that comes with it they wouldn't get a second date from me.