Spaghetti Al Cartoccio (Spaghetti in Foil)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Spaghetti Al Cartoccio (Spaghetti in Foil)
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 minced garlic clove
5 ounces heavy cream or 5 ounces half-and-half
6 ounces tomato sauce
40 small shrimp
3 slices prosciutto , minced
2 ounces cognac
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 lb thin spaghetti
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
495
Sugar
6g
Fat
23g
Spaghetti Al Cartoccio is a classic Italian dish that is typically served in seafood restaurants. It's a quick and easy pasta dish that is perfect for weeknight dinners or dinner parties. The spaghetti in cream sauce is flavored with garlic, cognac, tomato sauce, and shrimp. Baking the dish in foil creates a moist and flavorful result that is hard to beat. This recipe is a perfect option for those who want to try something new and exciting.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
2.Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
3.Cook the thin spaghetti until it's nearly cooked to al dente, then drain and set aside.
4.In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
5.Cook the minced garlic until fragrant, for about 1 minute.
6.Add the half-and-half or heavy cream, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper.
7.Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
8.Add the shrimp, minced prosciutto, and cognac, and then cook for 2 minutes.
9.Add the parmesan cheese and cooked thin spaghetti.
10.Toss well.
11.Transfer the pasta to the center of a piece of foil.
12.Bring the edges of the foil together and then seal them to create a packet.
13.Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until heated through and the shrimp is cooked.
14.Serve hot.

PROS

This pasta dish is easy to make and tastes indulgent.

It’s a one-pot meal that bakes in the oven and is easy to clean up.

The flavors of tomato sauce, garlic, cognac, and shrimp are all delicious together.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories because of the cream and butter.

The cognac in this dish makes it not suitable for those who avoid alcohol in their meals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The shrimp in this recipe is a good source of lean protein, and it is also low in calories and saturated fat.

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