Garlic Rotelle Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 10 minutes
🥄 Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this quick and easy Garlic Rotelle recipe. Perfect for a busy weeknight or whenever you’re craving a flavorful pasta dish that’s both healthy and delicious!
Ingredients:
- 4 cups rotelle pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup romano cheese, grated
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions:
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Prepare the Ingredients:
- Gather all the ingredients needed for this recipe.
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Cook the Pasta:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Cook and Stir:
- Add the rotelle pasta to the skillet, stirring to coat it evenly with the garlic-infused oil.
- Cook and stir for 5 minutes, allowing the pasta to absorb the flavors and lightly toast.
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Add Flavorful Ingredients:
- Once the pasta is cooked al dente, add chopped fresh parsley, grated romano cheese, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet.
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Final Touches:
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the pasta.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Transfer the Garlic Rotelle to serving plates or bowls.
- Garnish with additional parsley or cheese if desired.
- Serve hot and savor the irresistible flavors of this quick and healthy pasta dish!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 412
- Total Fat: 6.9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.7g
- Cholesterol: 5.5mg
- Sodium: 360.1mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 80.4g
- Dietary Fiber: 11.2g
- Sugar: 0.1g
- Protein: 9.4g
Recipe Notes:
- For an extra burst of flavor, you can add some cooked shrimp or grilled chicken to the Garlic Rotelle.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes according to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Feel free to substitute romano cheese with parmesan or any other cheese of your choice.
- This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful side dish for gatherings and potlucks. Enjoy it with your favorite salad or crusty bread for a complete meal experience!
