Pasta Mama
Transform your pantry staples into a flavorful masterpiece with this quick and comforting Pasta Mama recipe! This Italian-inspired dish combines tender spaghetti with a luscious egg and Parmesan sauce, creating a creamy, velvety coating that’s both simple and indulgent. Infused with the rich flavors of sautéed garlic, melted butter, and olive oil, every twirl of pasta is elevated with just the right hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. Finished with fresh parsley for a bright, herby touch, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant last-minute meal. Serve this garlicky, cheesy delight garnished with extra Parmesan, and experience an effortless yet irresistible dinner for two!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cooked spaghetti
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until fully combined. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter and olive oil. Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss it in the garlic butter oil to heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low. Pour the egg and Parmesan mixture over the spaghetti, tossing quickly with tongs or a fork to coat the pasta evenly and gently cook the eggs. Be careful not to let the eggs scramble too much; they should form a creamy coating around the spaghetti.
Turn off the heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve immediately while warm. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
613 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.0 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 349 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 1275 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 503 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 209 mg | 4% | |
*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.
