Garlic Parmesan Pasta: 5 Secrets to Elevate Your Meal!
This Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality dish in under 30 minutes. Discover the 5 secrets to elevate your pasta and impress your family!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Spaghetti
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is best!
- 0.25 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin
- 6 cloves Garlic Minced
- 0.25 cup Pasta Water Reserved from cooking the pasta
- 2 tbsp Butter Unsalted
- 0.25 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional, for heat
- 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish
- 1 to taste Salt and Black Pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 0.5 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Toss to coat with the garlic-infused oil.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, butter, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Toss to combine.
- Gradually add the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. Toss continuously to create a creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Enjoy this simple and delicious Garlic Parmesan Pasta as a main course or a side dish. For an extra touch, add some grilled chicken or shrimp.