Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   4      tablespoons   extra-virgin olive oil
   4                    scallions -- thinly sliced
   4                    garlic cloves -- thinly sliced
   2      pounds        tomatoes -- chopped 1/2" dice
   1      tablespoon    fennel seeds
   1      tablespoon    hot chili flakes
   1      teaspoon      salt
   1      recipe        mallorredus pasta -- see * note
     1/2  cup           freshly-grated crontese cheese

Preparation:

* Note: See the "Mallorredus (Basic Recipe)" recipe which is included in this collection. Bring 6 quarts water to boil and add 2 tablespoons salt. In a 12- to 14-inch sauté pan, heat oil until smoking. Add scallions and garlic and sauté 1 minute, until light golden-brown. Add tomatoes, fennel seeds, chili flakes, salt and toss until tomatoes begin to break down, about 7 to 8 minutes. Meanwhile, cook pasta until tender but firm, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain and toss in pan with tomatoes. Toss until well coated and sprinkle heavily with cheese. Serve immediately. Source: MOLTO MARIO with Mario Batali From the TV FOOD NETWORK - (Show # MB-1D22)