Description
Ina Garten Midnight Pasta is a delightful dish that brings comfort and flavor to your late-night cravings, combining rich flavors with quick preparation.
Ingredients
- Spaghetti: 400 grams (about 14 oz)
- Extra virgin olive oil: 1/2 cup
- Garlic: 4 cloves, thinly sliced
- Red pepper flakes: 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Fresh parsley: 1/2 cup, chopped
- Lemon zest: from 1 lemon
- Parmesan cheese: 1 cup, grated (plus extra for serving)
- Salt: to taste
- Black pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic oil. Add reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Stir in chopped parsley and lemon zest, season with salt and black pepper, and toss until well combined.
- Plate the pasta, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and garnish with extra parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your creation!
Notes
- Adjust spice levels by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Experiment with protein additions like grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Ina Garten, Midnight Pasta, quick pasta recipe, late-night meal