Fusilli with Toasted Garlic Breadcrumbs
Elevate your pasta nights with this irresistible recipe for Fusilli with Toasted Garlic Breadcrumbs! This dish combines perfectly al dente fusilli with golden toasted breadcrumbs infused with fragrant garlic, a touch of heat from red chili flakes, and a zesty burst of lemon zest. Finished with fresh parsley and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, it offers a delightful mix of textures—from crispy breadcrumbs to creamy pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, this simple yet sophisticated recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it warm and watch as its rich flavors and crunch steal the show, making it your next go-to comfort food classic! Keywords: Fusilli, Garlic Breadcrumbs, Pasta Recipe, Quick Dinner Ideas, Vegetarian Pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Fusilli pasta
- 4 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 large Garlic cloves
- 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add fusilli and cook according to the package instructions, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Thinly slice the garlic cloves. Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the breadcrumbs to the skillet with the garlic and olive oil. Stir well to combine and toast the breadcrumbs for 3-4 minutes, until they are golden and crispy.
Season the breadcrumbs with red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon zest. Transfer the breadcrumbs to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cooked fusilli and toss to coat in the olive oil.
Gradually add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, to help coat the pasta and create a light sauce.
Remove the skillet from the heat and toss the pasta with half of the toasted garlic breadcrumbs.
Divide the pasta among serving plates and top with the remaining breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.6 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 5608 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 421.8 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 88.5 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 658 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 779 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
