When it comes to classic dishes, almost nothing comes close to the incredible taste and flavor provided by a spaghetti dish that is made with love, and the flavor is increased tenfold if it’s made using a family recipe too.
If you’re not from Italy however, or don’t have an Italian family, then chances are you probably don’t have a family recipe to follow when cooking your own spaghetti dishes.
Don’t worry however, because this iconic family spaghetti recipe has been shared by the granddaughter of the renowned filmmaker, Roberto Rosselini, which is where the name of this dish comes from!
Granddaughter Elettra Wiedemann shares this recipe in the hopes that this recipe will bring as much joy to your family as it does to hers.
This is an incredibly versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a quick and easy weeknight dinner or served at a more formal gathering.
Whether you’re a fan of traditional Italian food or simply looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, Rossellini Spaghetti is a must-try dish that is sure to delight your taste buds
This recipe will cover everything you need to make this recipe, as well as any small tips and tricks you can use along the way to truly make this spaghetti recipe the best you’ve ever eaten!
The Ingredients You’ll Need For Rosselini Spaghetti
The entire premise behind this recipe is that it’s a delicious dinner that is able to be made in under 20 minutes, which proves that you don’t have to be prepping and cooking for hours in order to make good food.
As Elettra Wiedemann states, this recipe was used by both her grandparents and parents in the summer in order to help use up any leftover or excess herbs that might be around the pantry or kitchen.
Food waste is always a sad sight, so if you need a dish that is going to help clear up the herbs in your kitchen that are going to waste, then this dish is a great one to use.
Similarly, you can adjust the herbs in the dish to your liking too, whether you simply don’t have any left, or you don’t like a particular herb, then not only can you omit it, but you can also replace it with a herb of your choice too.
With this in mind, let’s take a look at the ingredients you’ll need to make this recipe!
Ingredients needed:
1 lb of spaghetti
1 cup of fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
1 cup of fresh flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 cup of fresh chives, finely chopped
¼ cup of fresh sage, finely chopped
½ cup of fresh mint, finely chopped
¼ cup of fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped
1 cup of olive oil (extra virgin is preferred)
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
Kosher salt
Fresh pepper, grounded
How To Make Rosselini Spaghetti
If you’re someone who’s relatively inexperienced in the kitchen, then making a dish with a load of fresh herbs might seem slightly daunting. But the reality is that this dish is super easy to make, especially since that’s all a part of the ethos of this dish.
Elettra Wiedemann says that her mother would often try to make time to talk with her children during their dinner, even if it was just for 30 minutes at the table.
Food is something that can help encourage interaction and conversation, and it’s definitely something that should be shared with others!
So, no matter whether you’re making this dish for your own family or your friends, don’t be afraid to start a conversation while enjoying this dish.
Now, let’s take a look at how you can make your own Rosselini spaghetti at home:
To begin, turn on a stovetop to high heat, and bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Once boiling, you can then add your 1 lb of spaghetti to the pot, and then cook it as per the instructions found on the packaging.
While your spaghetti is cooking, you then need to take all of the fresh herbs you’re planning to use, the garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, half of the Parmigiano-Reggiano you have, as well as a pinch of both salt and pepper, and place them all into a bowl together.
Once your spaghetti has been cooked to al dente, you then need to remove it from the pot, drain it, and then immediately move the spaghetti into the bowl with the rest of the ingredients in. Toss all of the ingredients together until the spaghetti is well coated with both the olive oil and the herbs.
You can then add the rest of the Parmigiano-Reggiano before serving, and then you can enjoy this amazing dish!
Tips For Making The Best Rosselini Spaghetti
As you can see, the process for making Rosselini spaghetti is particularly easy, which is exactly why it’s such a popular dish to make on those busy weeknights, all without compromising on the overall flavor and taste of the dish.
When it comes to making the best Rosselini spaghetti possible, then fresh herbs are the preferred choice, almost nothing beats the incredible taste of things such as fresh parsley, basil, or oregano.
However, if you don’t have access to a garden filled with a bunch of fresh herbs like the Rosselini family do, and you can’t find any at your local supermarket, then don’t be afraid to substitute dried herbs for them instead.
There’s also often a debate around whether or not you should boil hot water or cold water to use when making a dish like Rosselini spaghetti, however, the reality is that it really doesn’t matter, as you’ll only add your spaghetti to the water once it’s already boiling.
Remember, the ethos of this dish is to be as simple to make as possible, and to simply use up any of the excess herbs you have around the house and in the pantry, so if you’re missing a particular ingredient, or you want to add an additional ingredient in, then go right ahead!
Using family recipes like this is all about making it your own, so don’t be afraid to alter and experiment with this dish until it’s just right for you. You can then pass this dish on to your friends and family for them to enjoy as well.
Final Thoughts
We hope that you’ve enjoyed our guide on how to make this delicious Rosselini spaghetti dish. Made using some of the best, and most flavorful fresh ingredients, this easy to make dish is perfect for anyone who believes that they’re too busy to cook good food.
Plus, since you can change and alter this dish to your liking, it’s perfect for those who are usually too fussy to try new recipes too, so it’s definitely worth trying sometime soon.
Hopefully, this dish will bring as much joy to you and whoever you’re sharing it with as it has to the Rosselini family. So get cooking, and enjoy!
To begin, turn on a stovetop to high heat, and bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Once boiling, you can then add your 1 lb of spaghetti to the pot, and then cook it as per the instructions found on the packaging.Â
While your spaghetti is cooking, you then need to take all of the fresh herbs you’re planning to use, the garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, half of the Parmigiano-Reggiano you have, as well as a pinch of both salt and pepper, and place them all into a bowl together.Â
Once your spaghetti has been cooked to al dente, you then need to remove it from the pot, drain it, and then immediately move the spaghetti into the bowl with the rest of the ingredients in. Toss all of the ingredients together until the spaghetti is well coated with both the olive oil and the herbs.Â
You can then add the rest of the Parmigiano-Reggiano before serving, and then you can enjoy this amazing dish!Â
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