Pasta With Bread Crumbs, Cheese, Garlic And Red Pep

Name: Pasta With Bread Crumbs, Cheese, Garlic And Red Pepper Flakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb thin spaghetti; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes; kosher salt or sea salt; cracked black pepper; 1/2 cup cooked pasta water; 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; 3/4 cup romano cheese, grated; 1 cup Italian style breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

1
Boil a large pot of water, add lots of salt, cook the pasta until al dente, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and drain.
2
While waiting for the water to boil, mince the garlic, chop the basil and parsley and grate the cheese.
3
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil to medium low in a large, deep skillet and saute the garlic and red pepper flakes for about 8 minutes (do not let the garlic brown, it should be golden).
4
Take 1/2 cups of cooked pasta water and add it to the garlic mixture.
5
Drain the pasta, add it and the chopped herbs to the garlic mixture and toss well.
6
Place the pasta in a large serving bowl and add the grated cheese and bread crumbs.
7
Toss well and adjust to your taste. You might like to add a little more olive oil, red pepper, salt or pepper.
8
Enjoy!

575

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb thin spaghetti, 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Pasta With Bread Crumbs, Cheese, Garlic And Red Pepper Flakes falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Pasta With Bread Crumbs, Cheese, Garlic And Red Pepper Flakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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