Pronto Pasta Italiano
Discover the vibrant flavors of Italy in just 30 minutes with Pronto Pasta Italiano—a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This simple yet elegant recipe showcases al dente spaghetti tossed in a luscious garlic and cherry tomato sauce, elevated by a hint of red chili flakes for a subtle kick. Fresh basil adds a fragrant touch, while a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese ties it all together. With its minimal prep time and authentic ingredients, this one-pan wonder delivers a restaurant-quality Italian experience right from your kitchen. Serve it piping hot with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a truly classic comfort dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 300 grams cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant but not browned.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and begin to release their juices.
Stir in the red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine. If the mixture seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into pieces and stir them into the pasta.
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.8 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 571 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 242 mg | 5% | |
*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.
