Olive Oil and Garlic Pasta |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A nearly naked pasta recipe! Great as a side dish or main dish.If desired throw in some sauteed spinach or other veggies.Don't cheat and use the pre minced garlic in a jar...it's water packed and not nearly as flavorful as fresh garlic. Ingredients:
8 ounces whole wheat pasta |
4 tablespoons olive oil |
1/4 teaspoon basil |
1/4 teaspoon oregano |
2 fresh garlic cloves, minced |
crushed red pepper flakes, season to taste (optional) |
grated romano cheese or parmesan cheese, to taste |
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. while pasta is cooking, mince garlic.
3. Add minced garlic to olive oil and spices, stir to blend.
4. Drain pasta and toss with olive oil mixture.
5. top with a grated hard cheese such as romano or parmesan.
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