Sardine And Garlic Breadcrumb Spaghettini - cooking recipe

Ingredients

14 oz spaghettini
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cans (3.75 oz each) sardines in spring water, drained
3/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tbsp grated lemon peel
2 tbsp chopped parsley, plus additional leaves, to garnish
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Cook spaghettini in a large saucepan of boiling salted water according to package directions. Drain.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add sardines; toss gently, for 2-3 mins, until heated through. Remove from pan. Add 1 tbsp of the oil to same pan and cook breadcrumbs, garlic and red pepper flakes for 1-2 mins, stirring, until golden. Remove from heat. Add 2/3 of the sardines, lemon peel, parsley, Parmesan cheese and remaining 2 tbsp olive oil; toss gently.
Add to spaghettini; toss to coat well. Garnish with remaining sardines and parsley leaves.