Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over medium heat for a richer flavor. Don't skip reserving the pasta water! It helps create a silky, emulsified sauce. For a heartier meal, add grilled sausage or shrimp to the pasta. A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors even more. Use good quality Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
Pasta with Fennel and Onions
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS33
This pasta dish features the delicate anise flavor of fennel, softened onions, and a bright lemon finish. It's a simple yet elegant dish, perfect as a light lunch or a satisfying dinner.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate57 g
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Cholesterol7 mg
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Fiber8 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium236 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat20 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPrepare the fennel and onions: Halve the fennel bulbs lengthwise and remove the tough cores. Thinly slice the fennel and onions lengthwise. (5 minutes)
02
StepSauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add fennel and onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 8 minutes. (8 minutes)
03
StepDeglaze with wine: Add white wine to the skillet, increase heat to medium-high, and cook, stirring frequently, until the wine has nearly evaporated and the fennel and onions begin to brown, about 8-10 minutes. (10 minutes)
04
StepCook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine according to package directions, until al dente, about 11 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. (11 minutes)
05
StepIncorporate the tomatoes: Stir diced tomatoes into the fennel mixture and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. (3 minutes)
06
StepAdd lemon and pine nuts: Stir in lemon juice and toasted pine nuts. (1 minute)
07
StepCombine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked linguine to the fennel mixture. Stir in the reserved pasta water, adding more as needed to create a light sauce that coats the pasta. Cook over high heat, stirring constantly, until everything is hot and well combined, about 2 minutes. (2 minutes)
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StepServe: Serve immediately, topped with freshly shaved Parmesan cheese.
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Cedrick Blanda
Jun 12, 2025Next time, I'll try adding some sausage for extra protein.
Kole Mills
Jun 10, 2025I used gluten-free pasta, and it worked perfectly.
Cornell Brownabbott
May 8, 2025The toasted pine nuts really make a difference – don't skip that step!
Lolita Zboncak
May 6, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! The fennel and onions caramelize beautifully.
Aiyana Mosciski
May 4, 2025My family loved this! It's so simple yet so flavorful.
Demond Wolf
Apr 26, 2025I added a squeeze of lemon zest for an extra burst of citrus.
Maverick Smith
Apr 7, 2025I found that a little more pasta water was needed to create a good sauce.
Jackeline Weber
Jan 28, 2025Delicious and easy to make! A new family favorite.