Tagliatelle With Caramelized Oranges And Almonds Recipe

Transport your taste buds to a 16th-century Italian feast with this unique and surprisingly delicious Tagliatelle recipe! Inspired by NPR's "The Splendid Table," this pasta dish features intensely flavorful caramelized oranges and crunchy almonds, creating a sweet and savory masterpiece. Serve it as a stunning dessert, or as a memorable side dish alongside roasted poultry or meats – especially Christmas capon, as it was traditionally served! The unexpected sweetness of the pasta will be the highlight of your holiday or any special occasion dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 472.2 kcal

Protein 25g

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Tagliatelle With Caramelized Oranges And Almonds

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tagliatelle With Caramelized Oranges And Almonds

Unsalted Butter
Orange Juice
1/2 cup granulated sugar
Fresh Ground Black Pepper
3 large oranges, peeled and segmented
Water
Tagliatelle Pasta Noodles
Ground Cinnamon
Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
Blanched Almond

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How to Make Tagliatelle With Caramelized Oranges And Almonds

Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until lightly browned and fragrant. Set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the granulated sugar and cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and turns into a light amber caramel.
Carefully add the orange segments and orange juice to the caramel. Stir gently to coat the oranges. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce slightly thickens.
Stir in the cinnamon and salt. If using, add orange zest for extra aroma.
Cook the tagliatelle according to package directions. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Add the cooked pasta to the saucepan with the caramelized oranges. Toss gently to coat. Add a little of the reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
Stir in the toasted almonds.
Serve immediately. Garnish with extra almonds or orange zest, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

107g

Fat

39g

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tagliatelle With Caramelized Oranges And Almonds?

Tagliatelle With Caramelized Oranges And Almonds takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tagliatelle With Caramelized Oranges And Almonds?

Tagliatelle With Caramelized Oranges And Almonds has approximately 472.2 calories per serving, with about 25 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tagliatelle With Caramelized Oranges And Almonds?

The key ingredients for Tagliatelle With Caramelized Oranges And Almonds are Unsalted Butter, Orange Juice, Sugar, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Oranges, Water. See the full list with measurements above.