Pasta Patate e Scampi is a rich and elegant Italian recipe perfect for special occasions. Try this gourmet twist on traditional pasta and potatoes.

Pasta Patate e Scampi

Pasta Patate e Scampi is an elegant and refined first course that reinterprets Campania’s culinary traditions. This dish, created by Chef Pasquale D’Ambrosio from the Capogiro restaurant at the 7Pines Resort in Baja Sardinia, captivates with its creamy texture, intense aroma, and harmonious contrast between humble and gourmet ingredients.

At its core, this dish embodies simplicity but is meticulously crafted, where each component plays a specific role: the creamy potato sauce envelops the mixed pasta with its velvety consistency, while the scampi tartare adds a fresh and fragrant note. The finishing touch of cheese, pepper, and anchovy gives it a bold and intense flavor.

The result is a stunning variation of the classic Neapolitan pasta and potatoes, equally creamy and comforting, reinterpreting the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with a modern twist. Perfect for a special dinner, Pasta Patate e Scampi is truly a delight for the palate… try making it yourself!

Ingredients

• 200g mixed pasta
• 300g potatoes
• 150g scampi
• 50g grated cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Peel and chop the potatoes into cubes, then boil them until soft.
2. In a separate pot, cook the mixed pasta until al dente.
3. Drain the potatoes and blend them with olive oil, salt, and pepper until creamy.
4. Combine the pasta with the potato cream, mixing until well coated.
5. Prepare the scampi tartare by finely chopping the scampi and seasoning them with salt and olive oil.
6. Serve the pasta topped with scampi tartare and a sprinkle of grated cheese.

Total Time: 40 min
Cuisine: Italian

Other Sea Variants of Pasta and Potatoes

• Mescafrancesca potatoes and fish
• Paccheri with potato cream and mussels
• Spaghettoni with cod, potato cream, and saffron