Dinner for 4
Fregola Sarda Pasta
$11.10for 435 minServes 4
Toasted fregola simmers in a garlicky tomato sauce before being finished with cheese, basil, and lemon.
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Leeks and shallots, 0.2 lb$3.49/lb typical | 0.2 lb | $0.68Typical price |
 | Garlic, 0.25$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.22Typical price |
 | Fresh tomatoes, 1.75 lb$1.99/lb typical | 1.75 lb | $3.48Typical price |
 | Pasta, 12 oz$0.10/oz typical | 12 oz | $1.20Typical price |
 | Blue cheese, 1.25 oz$0.80/oz typical | 1.25 oz | $1.07Typical price |
 | Fresh herbs (cilantro, 2.5$1.49 each typical | 2.5 | $3.73Typical price |
 | Lemons and limes, 1$0.60 each typical | 1 | $0.60Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $11.10 | ||
Swaps
- Swap pasta for egg noodlesabout $0.04/oz more at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilSalt and pepperDried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
- 35 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
Typical price
$2.77 per serving$11.10 for 4
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Ingredients
- 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large shallot
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
- 1/2 cup water or low-sodium broth
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- 12 oz fregola sarda pasta
- 1/3 cup grated pecorino romano or parmesan cheese
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 1 lemon
Steps
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then cook the chopped shallot for 3 minutes.
- Add the garlic and chili flakes, if using, and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in the tomatoes, water, and salt, then simmer for 8 minutes.
- Add the fregola, cover the pot, and simmer for 18 minutes, stirring often until tender.
- Stir in the pecorino, chopped basil, and lemon juice, then serve hot.
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