Caramelised shallot & chilli pasta

Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Meanwhile, set a large frying pan over a medium heat; add the oil, shallots and garlic. Season and slowly cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are slightly caramelised (reduce the heat if needed). Add the anchovies and chilli; stir for 2 minutes until the anchovies have disintegrated. Meanwhile, cook the pasta in the boiling water according to pack instructions.

When the pasta is ready, scoop out a mug of the cooking water, then drain. Tip the pasta into the shallot mixture. Stir together, adding ½ of the mug of cooking water and tossing together constantly. Stir in the grated cheese and chopped parsley, adding more pasta water if needed to create a smooth, velvety sauce. Serve immediately.