Description
Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti is a creamy, garlicky pasta dish tossed with Parmesan, mozzarella, and buttery garlic sauce. Rich, comforting, and ready in 30 minutes, it’s the perfect weeknight indulgence.
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- ½ cup reserved pasta water (as needed)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1–2 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Lower heat and stir in Parmesan and mozzarella. Gradually add reserved pasta water, stirring until a smooth sauce forms.
- Add spaghetti to skillet and toss until fully coated. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve topped with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley.
Notes
- Add cream cheese or heavy cream for a richer sauce.
- Stir in mushrooms, spinach, or grilled chicken for variety.
- Sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes for spice.
- Bake with breadcrumbs on top for a golden crust.
- Use linguine, penne, or fettuccine as alternatives to spaghetti.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
