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Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti

This Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti features a creamy sauce of garlic and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, offering a quick yet gourmet experience perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 oz spaghetti Use a high-quality brand like Barilla.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated Freshly grated cheese melts better.
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped Opt for oil-packed for added flavor.
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Curly or flat-leaf, your choice.
  • 7 cloves garlic, thinly sliced The more garlic, the better!
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil Extra virgin adds a nice touch.
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked pepper
  • 1/8 tsp salt Adjust according to your taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare mise en place: Thinly slice the garlic, grate the Parmesan cheese, chop the parsley, and have the sun-dried tomatoes ready.
  2. Heat the olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, pour in the olive oil, add the sliced garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and golden.
  3. Boil the water: Add enough water to cover the spaghetti by an inch, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a rolling boil.
  4. Cook the spaghetti: Once boiling, toss in the spaghetti and cook according to package directions for about 9-10 minutes, until al dente.
  5. Create the sauce: Once the spaghetti is done, drain briefly, reserving a cup of pasta water, and reduce heat to low. Stir in the Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and pepper, adding reserved pasta water as needed to help the cheese melt.
  6. Add fresh herbs: Stir in the chopped parsley and serve immediately, optionally drizzling with more olive oil or additional Parmesan.

Notes

For a lighter version, consider whole wheat spaghetti or zucchini noodles. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.