Name: Garlic Bread Pasta Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti or linguine; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 6 cloves garlic, minced; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

This Garlic Bread Pasta recipe combines the comforting flavors of garlic bread with a creamy pasta dish. Featuring al dente spaghetti tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce with toasted seasoned breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, it offers a delightful texture contrast and a burst of savory flavor. Perfect for a quick, satisfying vegetarian main course inspired by Italian-American cuisine.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta

12 oz spaghetti or linguine

Sauce and Topping

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti or linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Prepare garlic oil and toast breadcrumbs: While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes if using. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic. Stir in the seasoned breadcrumbs and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the breadcrumbs turn golden brown and toasted.
Set aside breadcrumb topping: Remove half of the toasted breadcrumb mixture from the skillet and set it aside to use as a crunchy topping later.
Toss pasta in garlic butter sauce: Add the cooked pasta into the skillet with the remaining garlic oil and breadcrumbs. Toss everything to coat the pasta evenly. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, grated Parmesan cheese, and add enough reserved pasta water to create a light, creamy sauce that clings to the noodles.
Season and serve: Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the pasta topped with the reserved toasted garlic breadcrumbs and sprinkled with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.

Notes

You can substitute panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
Adding chopped roasted garlic enhances the depth of flavor.
This pasta pairs wonderfully with a fresh side salad or grilled protein for a complete meal.