Bucatini with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Basil

Ingredients for Bucatini with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Basil

• Kosher salt

• 350g bucatini

• 3/4 cup black olive tapenade

• 3 cups basil leaves (from about 1 large bunch)

• 1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves

• 24 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and torn into bite-size pieces (heaping 120ml )

• High-quality extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

• Sea salt

• Freshly ground black pepper

• Parmigiano-Reggiano wedge, for shaving

How to make Bucatini with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Basil

Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat and add a generous amount of kosher salt. Stir in the bucatini, return the water to a boil, and cook the pasta, stirring occasionally to prevent the strands from sticking together, until it's al dente. (Since cooking times vary, for perfectly cooked pasta, refer to the package instructions for the recommended time and taste the pasta frequently while it cooks.)

Put the tapenade in a large skillet.

Drain the pasta and quickly add it, still dripping with water, to the skillet with the tapenade. Place the skillet over medium heat and cook the pasta, gently stirring to coat the pasta with the tapenade, until it's warmed through, about 1 minute.

Turn off the heat, add the basil, parsley, and sun-dried tomatoes and toss to combine.

Use tongs to lift the pasta out of the skillet and pile it onto four plates, dividing it evenly and twisting it into high mounds.

Finish each serving with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and Parmesan cheese shavings.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.