Pepperoni Angel Hair
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this quick and flavorful Pepperoni Angel Hair recipe! Featuring tender angel hair pasta tossed in a rich marinara sauce, this dish boasts the irresistible savoriness of crispy pepperoni slices and the aromatic punch of sautéed garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. A generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and a burst of fresh basil take this meal to the next level, delivering a perfect balance of spicy, salty, and herbaceous flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy pasta dish is ideal for busy evenings yet sophisticated enough to impress at a casual dinner party. Serve it hot with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a meal that’s sure to have everyone asking for seconds! Keywords: pepperoni pasta, quick dinner, angel hair recipe, easy weeknight pasta, spicy marinara sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Angel hair pasta
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 6 oz Pepperoni slices
- 0.5 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cups Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, typically 3-4 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add the pepperoni slices to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become slightly crispy around the edges.
Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes over the pepperoni and garlic mixture, stirring to combine.
Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet and stir well. Let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Add the cooked angel hair pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce. If the mixture seems too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Transfer the pasta to serving plates or a large serving bowl. Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.8 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.7 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 222 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 6636 mg | 289% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 282.5 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 100.9 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 685 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 735 mg | 16% | |
*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.
