Cook garlic gently to avoid bitterness. Adjust seasoning and pasta water for desired sauce consistency.
Savory Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti: Dinner Magic in Every Bite
Creamy, garlicky spaghetti tossed with Parmesan, butter, and herbs for an easy, comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
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12 oz (340 g) spaghetti
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
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Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
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Melt butter with olive oil in a skillet; sauté garlic and red pepper flakes until golden.
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Add pasta to skillet, tossing to coat.
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Add reserved pasta water as needed for a silky sauce.
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Stir in Parmesan, salt, pepper, parsley, and lemon zest.
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Serve garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley.