Pasta with Caramelized Cabbage and Anchovy Bread Crumbs

1. Prepare Garlic and Anchovy Butter

In a small skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add anchovy fillets and stir gently until the anchovies have dissolved into the butter.

2. Make Anchovy Bread Crumbs

Add the minced garlic, coarse bread crumbs, and finely chopped fresh sage to the skillet with the anchovy butter. Cook until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy.

3. Cook Pasta

Cook one pound of dry penne in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.

4. Sauté Garlic in Olive Oil

In a large skillet, heat extra-virgin olive oil. Add crushed garlic cloves and cook until just golden, then sprinkle in red chile flakes.

5. Caramelize Cabbage

Add shredded cabbage to the skillet and cook until the edges turn a golden brown.

6. Combine Pasta with Breadcrumbs and Cabbage

Toss the cooked pasta with the breadcrumb mixture and caramelized cabbage. Heat through to allow the flavors to meld.

7. Add Cheese and Season

Stir in grated pecorino cheese and season with black pepper and kosher salt to taste. Remove the skillet from the heat.