Description
A simple and flavorful pasta dish featuring spaghetti tossed with sautéed garlic, fresh spinach, and a touch of red pepper flakes. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 10 ounces fresh spinach, stems removed
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for pasta water
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until garlic is golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Add drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine. If the mixture seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice, if using. Serve immediately with additional Parmesan.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian