Spinach Tagliatelle with Smoked Cods Roe Butter

Step by step

Method

1. 1

   Take out the smoked cod's roe, cut the lobes in half lengthways and carefully scrape out the roe with a tablespoon. Place the cod's roe and butter in a food processor and blend until smooth. Beat in the lemon juice, Tabasco and herbs to taste. Set aside.

2. 2

   Boil the tagliatelle according to the manufacturer's instructions until al dente (homemade tagliatelle only takes about 2-3 minutes once returned to the boil). Drain and toss with a good dollop of the butter mixture until it is melted and evenly coats the pasta. Eat immediately!

3. 3

   Don't be tempted to cook this any more or reheat it - the roe will overcook and become hard and granular.