Follow these steps for perfect results
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
extra virgin
Garlic
chopped
Onion
finely minced
Eggplant
skin removed, diced
Pecorino Cheese
grated
Breadcrumbs
Flour
Egg
Salt
Egg
wash
Yellow Pepper
Red Pepper
Onion
medium
Garlic
Fresh Basil
leaves
Fresh Mature Tomato
Salt
Pepper
Parsley
Basil
Heat extra virgin olive oil in a pan.
Sauté chopped garlic, minced onion, and diced eggplant until softened.
Add grated Pecorino cheese and breadcrumbs to the eggplant mixture.
Mix well and set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare pasta dough by mixing flour, eggs, and salt.
Roll out the pasta dough thinly.
Use a round cutter or timbale ring to create pasta circles.
Place one pasta circle on a clean surface.
Spoon a portion of the eggplant mixture onto the center of the pasta circle.
Carefully place a whole egg yolk on top of the eggplant mixture.
Cover with another pasta circle.
Pinch the edges of the pasta circles together tightly to seal the filling inside, ensuring no air pockets.
Repeat the filling and sealing process with the remaining pasta circles and filling.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Gently drop the filled agnolotto into the boiling water.
Cook for approximately 5 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through and the filling is heated.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce.
Roast yellow and red peppers until the skins are blackened.
Peel the roasted peppers and remove the seeds.
In a separate pot, sauté medium onion and garlic cloves.
Add the roasted peppers, fresh basil leaves, and fresh mature tomatoes.
Simmer the sauce for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Press the sauce through a strainer to remove any seeds, stems, or skins.
Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
Drain the cooked agnolotto and gently toss with the prepared sauce.
Serve immediately, garnished with sprinkled Pecorino cheese, parsley and basil.
Expert advice for the best results
Make the pasta dough a day ahead for easier handling.
Ensure the egg yolks are fresh and unbroken for the filling.
Roast the peppers until the skins are completely blackened for easy peeling.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Pasta dough and sauce can be made ahead.
Arrange agnolotto in a shallow bowl, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with fresh herbs and grated pecorino.
Serve hot with a side of crusty bread.
Pair with a simple green salad.
Pairs well with tomato-based sauces.
A lighter option that complements the pasta.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Agnolotto is a traditional filled pasta from the Piedmont region of Italy, often served during special occasions.
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