Dracula's Revenge

Unleash bold, irresistible flavor with "Dracula's Revenge," a tantalizing spaghetti dish that celebrates the robust allure of roasted garlic. This recipe is a garlic lover’s dream, featuring 12 cloves—roasted to golden perfection and blended into a rich tomato sauce seasoned with fresh rosemary and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for a fiery kick. The velvety sauce clings to perfectly al dente spaghetti, creating a dinner that's equal parts comforting and daring. Topped with fresh parsley and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for cozy weeknights or spooky-themed gatherings. Ready in under an hour, it's a surefire way to awaken your taste buds—and maybe even ward off a vampire or two!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g spaghetti
• 12 garlic cloves
• 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 400 g canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 50 g Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Peel and cut 10 garlic cloves into thick slices, leaving 2 cloves whole.

Step 2

Place the sliced garlic on a sheet of aluminum foil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and wrap the garlic tightly in the foil. Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden and soft.

Step 3

While the garlic roasts, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the remaining olive oil (3 tablespoons). Mince the 2 whole garlic cloves and sauté them in the oil along with the crushed red pepper flakes for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not brown.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then add the crushed tomatoes, roasted garlic, and the sprig of rosemary. Simmer the sauce gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, tasting and adjusting as needed. Discard the rosemary sprig once the sauce is ready.

Step 7

Toss the cooked spaghetti with the sauce in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if the sauce is too thick.

Step 8

Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and garnished with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(988.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1495.5

Total Fat 75.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 44.5mg	0%
Sodium 3211.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 48.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 670.8mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 2024.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.9%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 43.6%