Mother in Laws Tongue

Delight your taste buds with "Mother-in-Law's Tongue," a bold and flavorful pasta dish inspired by Italian simplicity and creativity. This recipe features fresh lasagna sheets cut into wide, tongue-like strips and coated in a zesty homemade tomato sauce infused with minced garlic, fiery red chili flakes, and aromatic basil. The dish is perfectly balanced with a touch of sugar, a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and just the right amount of heat for an unforgettable dining experience. Ready in just 35 minutes, "Mother-in-Law's Tongue" is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with its unique presentation and rich flavors. Pair it with a crisp green salad and a glass of red wine for a complete meal that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Perfect keywords: bold pasta recipe, homemade tomato sauce, spicy pasta, easy Italian dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 sheets Fresh lasagna sheets (uncut)
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes
• 1 14-ounce can Canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 4 quarts Water, for cooking pasta
• 1 tablespoons Salt (for pasta water)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.

Step 2

Cut the fresh lasagna sheets lengthwise into 2-inch wide strips to mimic the shape of 'tongues.' Set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release their flavor.

Step 6

Add the canned crushed tomatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine. Lower the heat to simmer.

Step 7

Season the tomato sauce with 1 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoons of sugar. Let it simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

While the sauce simmers, cook the pasta 'tongues' in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Fresh pasta cooks quickly, so watch carefully.

Step 9

Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.

Step 10

Add the drained pasta strips to the sauce, gently tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a reserved tablespoon of pasta water at a time to loosen it.

Step 11

Stir in the chopped basil leaves for freshness.

Step 12

Serve the Mother-in-Law's Tongue pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	5110.3 grams (5110.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1851

Total Fat 67.10g	86%
Saturated Fat 18.00g	90%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 200mg	67%
Sodium 10545mg	458%
Total Carbohydrate 270.20g	98%
Dietary Fiber 15.70g	56%
Total Sugars 26.70g
Protein 62.00g	124%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 646mg	50%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 1799mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.2%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 55.9%