Certainly! Here’s the detailed recipe for Garden Spaghetti, a delightful dish that’s quick to prepare and bursting with flavor:
Garden Spaghetti
Description: This is a great meal that you can literally cook in about 20 minutes and it’s absolutely fabulous! The ingredients are all subjective and can be varied to whatever you have in the fridge! Another note, we like the whole garlic and if you cook it well, it isn’t overwhelming at all but do it however you like it!
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per serving: 291.3
Ingredients:
- 8 roma tomatoes
- 8-10 fresh basil leaves
- 1 garlic bulb
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 bell pepper
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic vinegar to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare Spaghetti: Begin by cooking the spaghetti according to package directions. This usually involves boiling water and adding the pasta for the specified time until al dente.
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Sauté Whole Garlic: While the spaghetti is boiling, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the whole garlic cloves and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are soft and fragrant. This step adds a wonderful aroma and flavor to the dish.
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Prepare Ingredients: While the garlic is cooking and the spaghetti is boiling, prepare the other ingredients. Chop the bell pepper and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
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Sauté Bell Pepper: Once the garlic is soft and the spaghetti is almost done, add the chopped bell pepper to the skillet with the garlic. Sauté for about one minute, just enough to heat it through.
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Toast Pine Nuts: Add the pine nuts to the skillet with the bell pepper and garlic. Sauté them for about one minute until they are fragrant and lightly toasted. If you’re using minced garlic, add it now and cook briefly until aromatic.
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Combine Ingredients: When the pine nuts are done, remove the skillet from the heat. Add the chopped tomatoes and torn basil leaves to the skillet. Cover the skillet to allow the tomatoes to soften slightly.
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Drain Spaghetti: By this time, your spaghetti should be cooked to perfection. Drain it well and return it to the pot.
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Season Spaghetti: Drizzle the cooked spaghetti with olive oil to add flavor and prevent sticking. Toss the spaghetti to coat it evenly with the oil.
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Combine Everything: Add the garlic, bell pepper, tomato, basil, and pine nut mixture to the spaghetti. Toss everything together gently to combine.
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Season to Taste: Taste the spaghetti and adjust the seasoning as needed with salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar.
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Serve: Once everything is well combined and seasoned to your liking, divide the spaghetti into serving bowls.
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Garnish: For an extra burst of freshness and color, garnish each serving with additional torn basil leaves if desired.
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Enjoy: Serve your Garden Spaghetti immediately while it’s hot and enjoy the delicious flavors of fresh vegetables, herbs, and nuts combined with perfectly cooked spaghetti.
This Garden Spaghetti recipe is not only quick and easy to make but also packed with healthy ingredients, making it a perfect option for a satisfying and nutritious meal in less than 30 minutes! 🍝
