Linguine Pescadoro

Ingredients and Weight:

• Linguine pasta - 500g
• White fish fillets (such as cod or haddock) - 300g
• Extra virgin olive oil - 3 tbsp
• Garlic - 3 cloves, crushed
• Fresh parsley - 1 small bunch, chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• White wine - 1/2 cup
• Salt and pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tbsp (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Boil water for pasta and cook the linguine according to package instructions.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
3. Add garlic and parsley, and cook until fragrant.
4. Place fish fillets in the pan and season with salt and pepper.
5. Add cherry tomatoes and white wine, and cook for about 5 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.
6. Drain the cooked linguine and add it to the pan with the fish mixture.
7. Toss gently to combine, adding lemon juice if desired.
8. Serve immediately in bowls or on plates.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: approximately 500 calories per serving (without considering specific portion sizes)
• Protein: from fish and pasta
• Fat: from olive oil and fish
• Carbohydrates: from pasta and tomatoes
• Fiber: from vegetables and whole grains (if using whole wheat pasta)

Dish Characteristics:

• A classic Italian-style seafood dish with a light and fresh taste.
• The combination of fish, tomatoes, and pasta provides a rich source of protein and nutrients.
• The dish is easy to customize based on personal preferences, such as adding different types of seafood or spices.

User Comments:

1. "The flavor was delicious! The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy."
2. "I added some shrimp to the dish for extra seafood flavor, it was great."
3. "I used whole wheat pasta to make it healthier, still tasted good."
4. "I didn't add lemon juice, it was still very tasty."
5. "A great dish for a casual dinner party, everyone loved it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure that the fish is fully cooked before combining with the pasta to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.
• Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
• If using different types of seafood, make sure they have a similar cooking time to ensure even doneness.