Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of garlic bread in this delightful garlic bread pasta recipe. With a perfect blend of garlic, Parmesan, and seasoned breadcrumbs, this pasta dish is a comforting and satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Finishing Touches:
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Extra Parmesan and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce: Sauté garlic in butter and olive oil, add red pepper flakes, then stir in breadcrumbs until golden.
- Combine: Add pasta to skillet, toss with pasta water, then mix in Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Enhance with grilled chicken, shrimp, or roasted vegetables.
- For a richer dish, add a splash of heavy cream along with the pasta water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
