Homemade Makaruni with Škorupon Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Škorupon powder 2 tablespoons Škorupon powder
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese for garnish Fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 62g, 3g
• Protein: 13g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, eggs, and olive oil. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
2. 2.
   On a floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. Cut the dough into small, elongated shapes to form the Makaruni pasta.
3. 3.
   In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the Makaruni pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
4. 4.
   In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
5. 5.
   Add the Škorupon powder, tomato paste, paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir well to combine.
6. 6.
   Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. 7.
   Add the cooked Makaruni pasta to the sauce and toss gently to coat the pasta evenly.
8. 8.
   Serve the Makaruni with Škorupon Sauce hot, garnished with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Škorupon powder — If you can't find Škorupon powder, you can substitute it with smoked paprika for a similar smoky flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• To save time, you can make the pasta dough in advance and refrigerate it until ready to use.
• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili flakes to the sauce.
• If the sauce becomes too thick, you can add a splash of pasta cooking water to loosen it up.
• Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavor of the sauce to your liking.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serving advice

Serve the Makaruni with Škorupon Sauce as a main course, accompanied by a fresh green salad and crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Presentation advice

For an elegant presentation, sprinkle some fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese on top of the dish. Serve it in individual pasta bowls or on a large platter, allowing the vibrant colors of the pasta and sauce to shine through.