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Ina Garten Midnight Pasta Recipe

Delicious Ina Garten Midnight Pasta Recipe in Just 15 Minutes

Experience the delight of Ina Garten Midnight Pasta, a quick and satisfying dish perfect for late-night cravings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces spaghetti or linguine or any long pasta like angel hair or fettuccine
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup olive oil can substitute with avocado oil or any neutral oil
  • 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to suit spice preference
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley can substitute with basil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest or a splash of fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese ensure it's vegetarian-friendly
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. Add red pepper flakes to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing with the garlic mixture. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired sauce consistency is reached.
  5. Remove from heat and mix in parsley, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Serve divided among bowls, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For variation, consider adding sautéed vegetables or proteins like chicken or shrimp to make it heartier. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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