Description
A comforting and simple Garlic Parmesan Pasta recipe that combines fragrant garlic with melted cheese for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or your choice)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss with garlic oil. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Timing is key: Have all ingredients prepped before cooking and use freshly grated Parmesan for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta, garlic, vegetarian, comfort food, easy recipe, quick meal