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Plate of cheesy Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti topped with fresh parsley

Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti

This Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti is a quick and comforting dish, ready in under 20 minutes, featuring creamy garlic flavors from pantry staples.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 8 oz spaghetti
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced (about 1.5 tsp)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping, freshly grated if possible)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes per the package. Reserve ½ cup of the hot pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium. Add the butter and olive oil and let the butter melt.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Watch it closely so it does not burn.
Cooking
  1. Reduce the heat to low. Add the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella to the skillet and stir until they start to melt.
  2. Gradually pour in the reserved pasta water, stirring, until the sauce becomes smooth and silky. Use more or less water to reach your preferred consistency.
  3. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss until every strand is evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Plate the pasta and finish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve hot for the best creamy texture. This pasta pairs well with a green salad or roasted vegetables. Can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free spaghetti.

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