Meal Kit
Classic Spaghetti Pomodoro
with pesto butter and Parmesan
Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 7 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Over 30g proteinVegetarian
Chef
Tom Scodari
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 15 oz. Crushed Tomatoes
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5 oz. Spaghetti
- 1 Onion
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3 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 3 Tbsp. Tomato Puree
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1 oz. Basil Pesto Butter
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¼ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 4 Garlic Cloves
- 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
- 1 tsp. Italian Seasoning Blend
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) DOL96938
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Calories720
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Carbohydrates86g
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Net Carbs78g
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Fat30g
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Protein32g
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Sodium1900mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Medium Pot
- 1 Small Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil.
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If using antibiotic free chicken breasts, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using filets mignon or NY strip steak, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side. Add protein to meal as desired.
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1 Boil Pasta and Prepare Ingredients
Once water is boiling in medium pot, add pasta and cook until al dente, 8-10 minutes.
Remove from burner. Reserve 1 cup pasta cooking water. Drain pasta in a colander and set aside. Wipe pot clean and reserve.While pasta cooks, halve and peel onion. Cut halves into 1/4" dice.Thinly slice garlic. -
2 Cook the Onion and Garlic
Return pot used to cook pasta to medium heat and add 1 Tbsp. olive oil.
Add onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt to hot pot. Stir occasionally until onions are tender, 6-8 minutes. -
3 Add the Sauce
Add Italian seasoning and tomato puree to hot pot. Stir constantly until fragrant, 2-3 minutes.
Stir in crushed tomatoes and garlic salt. Bring to a simmer.Once simmering, reduce heat to low. Stir occasionally until slightly reduced, 12-15 minutes.While sauce cooks, continue recipe. -
4 Toast Panko and Melt Butter
Line a plate with a paper towel.
Place a small non-stick pan over medium heat add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add panko and a pinch of salt to hot pan and stir occasionally until golden-brown and toasted, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner. Transfer panko to towel-lined plate and set aside.Place butter and 2 tsp. water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave uncovered until melted, 25-35 seconds.Carefully remove from microwave and stir to combine. -
5 Add Pasta and Finish Dish
After 12-15 minutes, add pasta, half the reserved pasta cooking water, and half the cheese (reserve remaining for garnish) to hot pot. Bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, stir occasionally until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes.If sauce is too thick, add additional pasta cooking water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached. Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping pasta with melted butter and garnishing with remaining cheese and toasted panko. Bon appétit!
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