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    Simple, Perfect Pasta

    BY: Ben Rayl PUBLISHED: 15 Sep, '12 UPDATED: 10 May, '21 Leave a Comment

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    5 from 1 vote

    This is about as simple and flavorful as a pasta dish can be.  It takes about 2 minutes to prepare (aside from cooking the pasta), and is so satisfying and delicious, you will want to make it all the time when you're in a rush for dinner.  I eat this all the time – a great olive oil and some really good salt make all the difference.

    Simple perfect pasta
    Simple perfect pasta

    Simple, Perfect Pasta

    This is about as simple and flavorful as a pasta dish can be.  It takes about 2 minutes to prepare (aside from cooking the pasta), and is so satisfying and delicious, you will want to make it all the time when you're in a rush for dinner.
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    Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish
    Cuisine: Italian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 2 Servings
    Calories: 323kcal
    Author: Ben Rayl

    Ingredients
     

    • 4 oz spaghetti - for 2
    • 1 clove garlic
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • ¼ cup parmesan
    • red pepper - crushed as needed
    • salt and pepper - generously

    Instructions

    • Boil pasta following package directions until al dente (usually I drain the pasta about one minute before the end of the cooking time).
    • While pasta rests in strainer, pour enough oil into the still hot pot so the pasta won't stick to the bottom. The burner is OFF.
    • Add drained pasta and pour in a little olive oil. Add salt, pepper, pepperoncini to taste and the very finely chopped garlic (I used a garlic press). Toss well together. Add the cheese, toss again, and serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 98IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 163mg | Iron: 1mg

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