Description
A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring spaghetti tossed with garlic-infused olive oil, fresh spinach, and a hint of red pepper flakes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 10 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 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; cook until garlic is golden, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add spinach to skillet and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add drained spaghetti to skillet and toss well. If needed, add reserved pasta water to loosen. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian