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Garlic Pasta

A delightful dish featuring tender pasta infused with garlic and olive oil, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: garlic pasta, Italian recipes, quick meals, vegetarian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 200 g spaghetti or linguine
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 60 ml olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese optional

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  • While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic to the pan, sautéing until fragrant.
  • Once the pasta is ready, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
  • Add the drained pasta to the pan with garlic and oil.
  • Toss the pasta in the oil, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a sauce.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 3g