GARLIC PARMESAN SPAGHETTI

Name: GARLIC PARMESAN SPAGHETTI
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 6 people
Ingredients: 1 pound Spaghetti; ¼ cup olive oil; 4-6 cloves garlic; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley; salt and pepper to taste; reserved pasta water

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings
6 people
Calories
400 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Italian-American Fussion

GARLIC PARMESAN SPAGHETTI

Iris Warren

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Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti is a simple yet incredibly flavorful pasta dish. It's quick to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight meal, and relies on the classic combination of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil for its delicious taste.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 pound Spaghetti
¼ cup olive oil
4-6 cloves garlic minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper to taste
reserved pasta water about 1 cup

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Instructions

Cook spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Sauté garlic: While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Combine pasta and garlic: Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic-infused oil. Toss to coat the pasta evenly.
Add Parmesan and pasta water: Add the grated Parmesan cheese and about ½ cup of the reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss vigorously until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy and coats the pasta. Add more pasta water, a little at a time, if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
Season and garnish: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped parsley.
Serve: Serve the Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti hot, with extra Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

Garlic: Fresh garlic is key to this dish. Use plenty of it!
Olive Oil: Use good quality olive oil for the best flavor.
Parmesan Cheese: Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese if possible, as it melts better than pre-grated cheese.
Pasta Water: The reserved pasta water is essential for creating the creamy sauce. The starch in the pasta water helps to emulsify the oil and cheese.
Don't Overcook Garlic: Burnt garlic will taste bitter. Keep the heat low and watch it carefully.