Description
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Ina Garten’s Midnight Pasta, an irresistible dish perfect for satisfying late-night cravings. This quick and flavorful recipe combines the warmth of garlic, the richness of olive oil, and a hint of zest from lemon and parsley. In just 30 minutes, you can create a gourmet meal that impresses both family and friends. Ideal for cozy nights or casual gatherings, this pasta is incredibly versatile, making it easy to customize with your favorite proteins or vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to coat in the garlic oil. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- Stir in chopped parsley and lemon zest; season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve immediately with grated Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg