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easy pasta dishes

Easy Pasta Dishes: 5 Secrets to a Flavorful Dinner


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple yet delicious pasta dish perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 200g spaghetti
  • 50g parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Drain spaghetti, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  5. Add spaghetti to the pan with garlic and oil, tossing to combine.
  6. If needed, add reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
  7. Stir in grated parmesan cheese and season with salt.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute spaghetti with any pasta of your choice.
  • For added flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes.
  • Experiment with different cheeses for variations.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Boiling and sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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