Pasta Recipe
Italian · Main course · 15 min total
A simple, classic pasta dish with garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. Quick and satisfying for a weeknight dinner.
5
min prep
min prep
10
min cook
min cook
2
servings
servings
450
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 200g spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook until garlic is golden, about 1 minute.
- Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain the spaghetti. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss to coat, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen.
- Remove from heat. Stir in Parmesan cheese and parsley. Season with salt to taste. Serve immediately.
Tips
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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