Umbricelli alla Nursina is a traditional dish from the region of Umbria, Italy. It is a simple yet flavorful pasta dish that can be prepared quickly, making it a perfect weeknight dinner.

The name comes from the Latin word “vormiculus,” which means “small worm.” These thick, hand-rolled noodles resemble small worms and have a satisfying chewy texture.

To make umbricelli, you need only a few ingredients: flour, water, and a pinch of salt. The key to getting the perfect texture is to knead the dough properly and to roll it out to the correct thickness. The dough should be rolled out into long, thin strips and then coiled into small worms.

To make the dish, you will need the following ingredients:

– 1 pound umbricelli pasta
– 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
– 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese

Begin by boiling the umbricelli pasta in a pot of salted water until it is al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Drain the pasta and reserve a cup of the cooking water.

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it will give the dish a bitter taste.

Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the garlic and red pepper flakes and toss to coat the pasta in the oil. If the pasta seems dry, add a little bit of the reserved cooking water to loosen it up.

Sprinkle the grated Pecorino Romano cheese over the pasta and toss to combine. The cheese will melt slightly and create a sauce that coats the pasta.

Some variations of the dish call for the addition of black truffles or wild , which are abundant in the Umbrian countryside. If you want to make a more elaborate version of the dish, you can add some sautéed mushrooms or a drizzle of truffle oil to the sauce.

Serve the umbricelli hot, sprinkled with some extra Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly ground black pepper.

Umbricelli alla Nursina is a classic Umbrian dish that showcases the region’s simple yet cuisine. The dish is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients, making it a perfect weeknight dinner. Whether you enjoy it plain or with the addition of truffles or mushrooms, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

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